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President Donald Trump personally intervened in Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card controversy. A source confirmed to Fox News that Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the USMNT striker's suspension. FIFA later cleared Balogun to play against Belgium, while Belgium's soccer federation said it is exploring its options following the decision.

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“President Donald Trump personally intervened in Folarin Balogun's World Cup red card controversy. A source confirmed to Fox News that Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the USMNT striker's suspension. FIFA later cleared Balogun to play against Belgium, while Belgium's soccer federation said it is exploring its options following the decision.”

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