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President Trump asked FIFA to review US World Cup star Folarin Balogun's red card ban, sources say
By ABCNews at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
President Donald Trump made a call to FIFA to ask Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun's red card, according to ABC News sources. Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.
Key takeaway Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
For San Francisco 's soccer fans, the news of Folarin Balogun's suspended ban is a welcome boost ahead of the US team's crucial match against Belgium. As the city's residents gather to watch the game, many will be cheering on the US forward, hoping his presence on the field will make a difference in the outcome. The suspension of the ban adds an extra layer of excitement to the matchup, which will be closely watched in bars, restaurants, and living rooms across the city. With the US team's World Cup run capturing the attention of local sports enthusiasts, the next 24 hours will be filled with anticipation and speculation about the team's chances against a tough Belgian squad. As the game approaches, San Francisco's soccer community will be on edge, eager to see if the US team can advance to the next round.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump made a call to FIFA to ask Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun's red card, according to ABC News sources. Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.
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