Folarin Balogun's red card ban overturned after Trump-Infantino call (australia) — SMH
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Folarin Balogun's red card ban overturned after Trump-Infantino call

On July 10, 2026, US striker Folarin Balogun received a red card but had his ban overturned after a call between Donald Trump and FIFA’s Gianni Infantino. The bizarre incident, amidst ongoing political struggles over gambling ad reforms, highlights growing concerns over the influence of money and power in sports, stirring public discontent.

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Published 09 Jul 2026, 19:00 UTC · Updated 09 Jul 2026, 19:20 UTC

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