USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has one-game suspension suspended following Bosnia and Herzegovina red card, will be available to face Belgium
USMNT striker Folarin Balogun is eligible to play in the World Cup Round of 16 match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his one-game ban. The suspension, originally issued following a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, has been deferred for a one-year probationary period.
Why it matters
This decision significantly impacts the USMNT's offensive capabilities in a high-stakes knockout match, highlighting FIFA's discretionary power in disciplinary enforcement.
USMNT striker Folarin Balogun has had his one-game ban suspended, and is eligible to play in his country's Round of 16 game against Belgium Monday night. The Monaco forward was supposed to be ruled out of the fixture after picking up a straight red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina. However, FIFA unilaterally stepped in and pushed his suspension back.
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