Balogun’s red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief, sources say

Balogun’s reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week to ask whether the organization was going to review the situation, sources told CBS News.

Jul 6, 2026 0

Balogun’s red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief, sources say

Balogun’s reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week to ask whether the organization was going to review the situation, sources told CBS News.

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