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FIFA’s Secret Red Card Fix | MLS News
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Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red card became a global soccer scandal when FIFA, reportedly pressured by President Trump, let him play — sparking outrage from Belgium and prompting investigations across Europe. Balogun, ever the professional, shrugged off the chaos, crediting Belgium’s superior play. USMNT manager Pochettino voiced frustration over the fallout and threats to his players, but vowed to field Balogun if cleared. Belgium’s Garcia praised Balogun’s honesty, calling the FIFA move a joke — yet commending his direct approach. In the end, Balogun was just a pawn in a high-stakes, rule-bending international chess game.
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