Balogun: Trump’s FIFA Intervention Disrupted US Team Before Belgium Loss
US striker Folarin Balogun says the red card suspension saga unsettled the team ahead of their World Cup last-16 match against Belgium. FIFA lifted his automatic ban after President Trump raised concerns about his dismissal. Balogun admits the U-turn sparked confusion in training and left teammates on edge. He recalls the tense bus ride when the squad learned he would feature. Despite his return, the USA fell 4-1 to Belgium. Balogun finished as America’s top scorer with three goals.
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