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FIFA Under Fire Over Balogun Suspension | Europe News
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European lawmakers are demanding an investigation into FIFA president Gianni Infantino after he allegedly allowed U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play despite a prior red card — a move they say was politically motivated, likely influenced by a phone call between Trump and Infantino. Calling it a “disgrace” and “perversion of justice,” lawmakers accuse FIFA of bending rules mid-tournament and question its neutrality, citing past controversies like awarding Trump the FIFA Peace Prize. Thirty-five parliamentarians have backed the probe, arguing that political interference undermines the integrity of sport. FIFA insists the decision was made by a disciplinary committee, but lawmakers refuse to accept this explanation and are pushing for a full ethics review.
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