World Cup 2026

USMNT striker Folarin Balogun wasn’t the only player who benefitted from a red-card suspension being reversed in favor of a probationary period.

USMNT players were on the buss to practice when they found out Folarin Balogun was cleared to play in the World Cup Round of 16 vs. Belgium despite a red card suspension.

The USMNT and Folarin Balogun can thank Article 27 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code as the reason for why he’ll be available vs. Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 despite a red card suspension.

President Donald Trump thanked FIFA for allowing USMNT striker Folarin Balogun to play Monday against Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16.

USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has been cleared to play in the World Cup Round of 16 against Belgium in a stunning development.

Mexico fans brought music and fireworks to England in their latest hotel serenade at the World Cup, but this one might not prompt a noise complaint.

Lionel Messi was given plenty of grace from referees on a play during the World Cup similar to the one that earned USMNT striker Folarin Balogun a red card.

USMNT head coach Mauricio Pochettino vehemently defended American forward Folarin Balogun after he received a red card for colliding with Bosnia defender Tarik Muharemovic in the 64th minute of a World Cup Round of 32 match on Wednesday.

Video Assistant Referee (VAR) led to a controversial red card for USA star Folarin Balogun in a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup.

Folarin Balogun has no option to appeal the red card that left him suspended for the U.S. men’s national team’s Round of 16 match against Belgium.