Published Jul 5, 2026, 4:36 PM ET · Updated 4 months ago · 1 source
World Cup 2026: FIFA step in to allow banned Folarin Balogun to play USA last-16 tie - a move praised by President Donald Trump
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FIFA has stepped in to make banned USA striker Folarin Balogun available for the World Cup last-16 tie with Belgium - a move praised by US President Donald Trump but slammed by Gary Neville. The Belgian FA has said it is "astonished" by the decision and will be "investigating all potential options". "To safeguard the legitimate rights of all participating teams and to protect the fundamental principles of fair play in our sport, both at this FIFA World Cup and at future editions of the tournamen