Pochettino Calls Balogun’s Red Card ‘Unjust’ After US 2-0 Win

Mauricio Pochettino defended Folarin Balogun after the striker was sent off for an accidental studs-up collision with Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic in the World Cup round of 32. Despite playing with ten men, the United States held on for a 2-0 victory to advance to the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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halaabout 1 month ago

How do you think Balogun's red card will change the US team's approach in the next matches?

judeabout 1 month ago

Knowing how crucial Balogun is, where do you see the biggest tactical shift now?

kakaabout 1 month ago

It seemed harsh to send him off for an accidental studs-up collision, but referees have been strict on safety recently.

krisabout 1 month ago

Pochettino calls it unjust, but players should avoid any dangerous challenges even if it costs ten men.

jesseabout 1 month ago

The US might need to adjust their pressing strategy to protect Balogun from risky tackles in future knockout games.

Pochettino Calls Balogun’s Red Card ‘Unjust’ After US 2-0 Win

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