Fifa accuses Uefa of hypocrisy over Balogun's suspension before World Cup
Fifa accused Uefa of hypocrisy regarding its criticism of Folarin Balogun's lifted suspension ahead of the USA's World Cup match against Belgium. Fifa's disciplinary committee chair, Mohammad Al Kamali, stated that revising red card decisions is common in Uefa leagues, emphasizing that this action adheres to established regulations. The controversy follows pressure from Donald Trump regarding Balogun's suspension.
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Published 07 Jul 2026, 08:58 UTC · Updated 07 Jul 2026, 09:20 UTC
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