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FIFA’s controversial decision to let red-carded U.S. star Folarin Balogun play in the World Cup—after deferring his ban for a year of probation—has sparked outrage from UEFA, former players, and coaches, who call it a dangerous precedent that undermines soccer’s integrity. The move, allegedly influenced by pressure from President Trump, contradicts standard disciplinary rules and follows a pattern of FIFA bending regulations to keep star players on the field. UEFA warns that inconsistent enforcement erodes trust in the tournament, while Belgium even prepared to appeal before their match against the U.S.—highlighting a brewing crisis in how global soccer’s rules are enforced at the highest level.

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