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FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
By Rubén Rosario at WSVN 7 News
· July 6, 2026
· 6 min read
SEATTLE (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of star U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, whose red-card suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday. Balogun, the American leader with three goals in the tournament, received a
Key takeaway FIFA announced Sunday that the suspension had been lifted for the round of 16 match, an extraordinary move that triggered praise from Trump and outrage from Belgium’s team.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami 's large Latin American and Caribbean communities, who closely follow international soccer, are likely to be abuzz with the news of FIFA's decision to lift the red card suspension of US star striker Folarin Balogun. The city's vibrant neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood, are often filled with the sounds of soccer fans cheering on their favorite teams, and this controversy will undoubtedly be a topic of discussion. Miami's own soccer enthusiasts will be watching with interest to see how this unusual decision affects the outcome of the World Cup, and how it reflects on the sport's governing body. As a city with a strong connection to international soccer, Miami will be paying close attention to the fallout from this decision, and the potential implications for the integrity of the game. The reaction from local fans will be worth watching, particularly in areas with strong ties to European soccer traditions.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? SEATTLE (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of star U.S. forward Folarin Balogun, whose red-card suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday. Balogun, the American leader with three goals in the tournament, received a
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