Why the USMNT can't appeal Folarin Balogun's suspension after his controversial World Cup red card - Yahoo Sports
USMNT player Folarin Balogun will miss a World Cup knockout match due to a red card, with FIFA rules preventing any appeal of the suspension. Coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed frustration, but the decision stands.
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Nick Bromberg Senior writer Thu, July 2, 2026 at 8:20 PM UTC · 3 min read Folarin Balogun is set to miss the United States' World Cup Round of 16 game against Belgium after he received a red card in the USMNT's 2-0 win against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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