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Political Interference in Soccer | Europe News
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When American soccer star Folarin Balogun got a red card and was suspended — only for that decision to be overturned after a phone call between President Trump and FIFA’s boss — the sports world erupted. The European Commission weighed in, stressing that sports must remain autonomous and free from political meddling. UEFA called FIFA’s move “incomprehensible and unjustifiable,” while Belgium’s Foreign Minister questioned FIFA’s commitment to fair play. At the heart of it: when politics hijacks sports, integrity takes a hit — and the global sporting community is demanding accountability.
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