Trump called FIFA president to get Balogun red card suspension lifted before U.S. World Cup match

Trump called FIFA president to get Balogun red card suspension lifted before U.S. World Cup match
Photo: Treasure Coast Today

President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star 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 received a red card for stepping awkwardly on the right ankle of Tarik Muharemović of Bosnia-Herzegovina in a 2-0 round of

Already a subscriber?

Keep reading for $1

Get unlimited, ad-free access to every story.

$1 $4.99 for your first month
  • Unlimited access to every TCT story
  • No ads
  • Read on any device
  • Support local, independent journalism

$4.99/month after your first month. Cancel anytime.

Prefer annual billing? $49/year · $4.08/month
Share this story

More local news

More Sports →