Trump Embarrasses The US With FIFA

Trump admits to asking FIFA president for review of controversial red card against Balogun

President Donald Trump said Monday that he personally reached out to FIFA after U.S. striker Folarin Balogun was shown a red card that initially would have sidelined him for the Americans’ Round of 16 match, arguing Wednesday’s play against Bosnia and Herzegovina never warranted an ejection. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he []

From Mussolini to Trump: Four times politics hit the World Cup

US President Donald Trump's phone call to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to have the red card for the co-hosts star striker Folarin Balogun reviewed is the latest instance of political interference in the World Cup. The post From Mussolini to Trump: Four times politics hit the World Cup appeared first on Vanguard News.

FIFA bows to Trump's demands and drops suspension of US player

FIFA has bowed to US President Donald Trump by reversing the controversial red-card ban for star player Folarin Balogun. US national team striker Folarin Balogun received a one-game ban during the round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina after awkwardly stepping on one of their players’ ankles. Balogun was set to miss the round of 16 match this week, and the decision was originally not subject to appeal or review. Trump stepped in by calling FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the week to get a review to retract the red-card suspension. The President’s call worked, marking a major win for Team USA as the red card ban was overturned.

CNN Host Highlights Worst Part of Cringe Trump Excuse

CNNCNN host Erin Burnett has pointed out a cringeworthy element of Donald Trump’s unprecedented personal interference in the World Cup, after the president bragged he understands sport “really well.”On Monday, Trump, 80, revealed he had contacted his friend, FIFA chief Gianni Infantino, to review the decision to give a red card and one-game ban to star U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.A red card is the most serious punishment a player can receive from a referee in the World Cup. It results in their immediate ejection from the match, an automatic suspension for the next game and leaves the team to continue the game with one player missing.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Trump called FIFA head to seek review of US player red card – Source

U.S. President Donald Trump called FIFA ​President Gianni Infantino ‌earlier this week to ask the soccer governing body ​to review a ​red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin Balogun, ​according to a source ​briefed on the call. FIFA announced on Sunday that Balogun would ​be eligible to ​play for the U.S. in Monday’s ‌knockout game []

Trump confirms he called FIFA head but says he didn’t influence overturning Balogun's red card

FIFA allowing the star American forward to play in Monday night’s matchup against Belgium immediately drew criticisms from outsiders who suspected Trump influenced the decision.

Ash Sarkar: USA Can 'F*ck Off From Football'

"We don't want you. We don't need you." On Sunday, Fifa suspended US striker Folarin Balogun's one-match ban so he could play in the knockout loss to Belgium. The next day, Donald Trump admitted he had called Fifa president Gianni Infantino to ask for that review to happen. On Novara Live, Ash Sarkar argues that the US culture of “sports entertainment” is more concerned with delivering spectacle than the tradition of international competition.

FIFA World Cup 2026: US official confirms Trump-Infantino talks over Balogun suspension ahead of last-16 clash

Washington, DC [US], July 6 (ANI): A United States official has confirmed that President Donald Trump spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding Folarin Balogun's suspension at the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying the conversation was aimed at understanding the basis for the striker's red card and subsequent one-match ban before an independent appeal process overturned the sanction.Confirming the interactio

[Photo] JUST IN: 🇺🇸 President Trump says "FIFA numbers are far greater than any World Cup [...]

JUST IN: President Trump says FIFA numbers are far greater than any World Cup in history.This is a great tribute to the United States of America.@BRICSNews

FIFA rejects Belgium’s appeal over Folarin Balogun red card at World Cup

FIFA has swiftly rejected an appeal from Belgium’s soccer federation (RFBA) over Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension, saying that the federation was “not a party to the proceedings.” There has been a growing firestorm over FIFA’s last-minute decision to allow U.S. forward Balogun to play in Monday’s World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium, []...Click to read more

World Cup 2026: France v Morocco quarter-final buildup, Collina defends refereeing – live

All the latest as we look ahead to the quarter-finals Player guide | Bracketology| Golden Boot | Email usAndrew Giuliani, head of the White House’s World Cup taskforce, has defended Donald Trump’s lobbying of Fifa to lift the suspension of US player Folarin Balogun for Monday’s game against Belgium.The US president claimed that Brazilian referee Raphael Claus, who showed Balogun a red card in the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, was “a little bit suspect, if you check his past”. This was apparently a reference to a match-fixing investigation by Brazil’s senate in 2024 that examined how referees were assigned to games but did not accuse Claus of wrongdoing. Continue reading...

FIFA's SHOCK Decision! Why Folarin Balogun Is Allowed to Play After a Red Card | Dawn News English

FIFA has allowed US striker Folarin Balogun to remain eligible despite receiving a red card, following a review of the incident that has sparked widespread debate. The decision has drawn strong reactions from fans, football analysts, and officials, raising questions about disciplinary procedures and consistency in international football. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #fifa #folarinbalogun #worldcup2026 #usmnt #football #soccer #globalnews #dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews

Is Donald Trump giving FIFA orders? | DW News

FIFA has reversed a match ban for star USA striker Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump reportedly called FIFA president Gianni Infantino. The controversial U-turn means Balogun, the team's top goalscorer, will feature in a crucial World Cup knockout match against Belgium. #Trump #WorldCup FIFA For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Rosie O’Donnell ‘Horrified’ by Trump’s World Cup Intervention and AI Video of Her: ‘A Failure at Everything He’s Ever Tried’

Donald Trump’s long-time nemesis, Rosie O’Donnell, can’t believe the crap he just pulled at the World Cup. For the blissfully unaware, Trump, who is president of one of the host nations at this year’s World Cup, personally lobbied FIFA President Gianni Infantino to rescind a red card for Folarin Balogun that would have kept America’s []

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA and the US caught offside

FIFA World Cup 2026: FIFA and the US caught offside

FIFA Gives Trump Exactly What He Wants

Reversing a red card against U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun isn’t FIFA’s only unusual concession to Trump. The post FIFA Gives Trump Exactly What He Wants appeared first on The Intercept.

FIFA caves to Donald Trump after president made extraordinary phone call asking for red-carded USA World Cup star's suspension to be lifted in decision that has sent shockwaves through the sport

FIFA caves to Donald Trump after president made extraordinary phone call asking for red-carded USA World Cup star's suspension to be lifted in decision that has sent shockwaves through the sport

Trump’s intervention in World Cup red card retraction prompts fury 

President Trump’s involvement in FIFA’s decision to push back a one-game suspension of a star striker on the U.S. men’s national soccer team is sparking accusations of corruption against the federation and angering soccer fans around the world. FIFA shocked many when it announced Sunday it had reversed a red card penalty handed down by...

The Trump Sports Curse Reaches FIFA

The World Cup vibes have officially curdled.

Trump pressure puts FIFA in a bind, could aid Brazilian ref at World Cup

Donald Trump’s public criticism, which cast doubt on Raphael Claus’s integrity after the sending-off of American Folarin Balogun, has put FIFA in a real diplomatic and sporting crossroads and coul...

President Trump asked FIFA's Infantino to review US forward Folarin Balogun's red card, sources say

President Donald Trump made a call to FIFA to ask Gianni Infantino to review Folarin Balogun's red card, according to ABC News sources. Balogun's one-game ban was suspended by FIFA, allowing him to play against Belgium.

2026 World Cup: Trump speaks on FIFA’s shock decision to reverse Balogun’s red card

President Donald Trump has hailed FIFA’s decision to suspend a one-match ban for a US forward, Folarin Balogun. It is a move which has further fuelled allegations of cronyism between Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Balogun is now available to face Belgium in the last 16 despite being sent off against Bosnia. Moments after [] 2026 World Cup: Trump speaks on FIFA’s shock decision to reverse Balogun’s red card

Trump lobbied Fifa to lift Folarin Balogun suspension for World Cup game v Belgium

President Donald Trump lobbied Fifa to lift the US striker Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban for a red card received in the team’s win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, preceding Sunday’s stunning announcement that he would be available for the cohosts’ last-16 clash against Belgium in Seattle on Monday night. The decision gives the US a huge boost on the field as they attempt to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2002. Balogun has been a constant threat for the US so far this tournament, and has scored three goals in three starts.

Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, Fifa defend Balogun suspension actions

With the integrity of Fifa and the World Cup under attack from European football leaders, Fifa President Gianni Infantino acknowledged taking a call from US President Donald Trump before US forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play against Belgium later on Monday. Balogun was issued a red card in the US match against Bosnia-Herzegovina last week, resulting in a suspension for the Belgium contest. Trump called Infantino after the match with Bosnia to plead his case to overturn the call and Fifa...

US president Trump defends FIFA's Balogun red card reversal | AJ #shorts

US President Donald Trump defended FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, saying the striker's dismissal was unfair and describing the referee as ‘suspect.’ FIFA suspended the one-match ban after a call from Trump, allowing the striker to face Belgium in the World Cup last 16. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.news/AJEMobile

Blatter persoal ‘kuasa politik’ selepas panggilan telefon Trump kepada FIFA

LAUSANNE: Bekas Presiden FIFA, Sepp Blatter mempersoalkan keputusan badan induk bola sepak dunia itu untuk menggantung hukuman kad merah yang dikenakan ke atas penyerang Amerika Syarikat, Florian Balogun. Sumber memberitahu AFP bahawa Presiden Amerika Syarikat, Donald Trump telah menghubungi Presiden FIFA, Gianni Infantino bagi meminta FIFA menyemak semula penggantungan automatik satu perlawanan yang dikenakan terhadap Balogun. Pemain ... Read more The post Blatter persoal ‘kuasa politik’ selepas panggilan telefon Trump kepada FIFA appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

FIFA reverses ban against U.S. men’s soccer star

FIFA reversed a ban against Team USA’s star striker Folarin Balogun, who was set to sit out Monday’s game over a controversial red card. President Trump called FIFA’s president last week and asked him to review the red card according to a source familiar with the phone call. NBC News’ Dana Griffin reports.

Fifa World Cup: Donald Trump called Fifa chief to review USA’s red card - NY Times

Fifa World Cup: Donald Trump called Fifa chief to review USA’s red card - NY Times

Norway coach says red-card controversy 'about FIFA,' not Trump

Norway's soccer coach Stale Solbakken said the controversy over U.S. striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban suspension is not "about Donald Trump" but rather "about FIFA," after Trump called on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the decision. #norway #belgium #trump #fifaworldcup #redcard 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

The Reactions to FIFA Getting the Trump Card on Folarin Balogun's Red Card Are Amazing

The Reactions to FIFA Getting the Trump Card on Folarin Balogun's Red Card Are Amazing

The World Cup of Racism

Jules Boykoff The Trump administration has a message for every soccer fan on the planet: The US government is unapologetically bigoted. The post The World Cup of Racism appeared first on The Nation.

Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review Balogun ban after World Cup red card

The Wall Street Journal says senior Trump officials helped turn a football disciplinary decision into a matter of White House concern, urging the US president to call FIFA chief Gianni Infantino. The reversal has angered Belgium and raised fresh questions about political pressure on football’s governing bodies before the United States’ knockout tie The post Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review Balogun ban after World Cup red card appeared first on ProtoThema English.

FIFA Delays Folarin Balogun’s One-Match Ban; Trump Says He Asked FIFA to Review, Not Change Its Decision

The Belgian soccer federation challenged the delay of a U.S. soccer player’s red card suspension, but was unsuccessful. FIFA’s decision will allow the American forward to play in Monday night’s game against Belgium. President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA’s president to review the red card. Trump welcomed Wall Street leaders to the White House for []

Belgium brutally trolls U.S., Trump’s FIFA intervention, following 4-1 World Cup win

If there is such a thing as the Trump Curse, it received one of its strongest pieces of evidence yet on Monday night. After President Trump intervened (by his own account) to get FIFA to suspend American star Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban so that he could play in the Round of 16, the USMNT promptly

Trump Thanks FIFA For Reversing ’Great Injustice’ As European Rivals Rage At World Cup

President Donald Trump offered his thanks to FIFA — while Belgian officials fume and vow to evaluate “all potential options” — after the organization lifted a one-game suspension for U.S. star-striker Folarin Balogun. Trump took to his Truth Social platform to express his thanks, saying, “Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and ...