USA Star Folarin Balogun To Play In World Cup Match vs. Belgium
FIFA has cleared USMNT striker Folarin Balogun to play in the upcoming World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium.
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The brief
FIFA has suspended the red card previously issued to Folarin Balogun, granting the striker eligibility for the USMNT's next tournament match. The decision clears the athlete to return to the pitch following his prior suspension.
Coverage from CBS Sports, Yahoo Sports, ESPN, The New York Times, and FOX Sports confirms the suspension of the red card. These outlets emphasize that Balogun is now officially available for selection for the match against Belgium.
Coverage does not yet specify the tactical impact of his return on the USMNT starting lineup. Observers are tracking the status of the roster ahead of the scheduled round of 16 fixture.
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Quick answers
Is Folarin Balogun suspended for the match against Belgium?
No, FIFA has suspended the red card ban, making him available to play.
Which team is the USMNT facing in the round of 16?
The USMNT is scheduled to play Belgium.
What led to Balogun's availability?
FIFA lifted the red card suspension, according to reports from CBS Sports, ESPN, and other news outlets.
Coverage (12)
- Alex Morgan causes stir with patriotic USA outfit at World Cup game vs. Belgium Yahoo Sports · 66d ago
- The Night Before: USA fans rally together in Seattle ahead of Belgium match KIRO 7 News Seattle · 67d ago
- What time is USA soccer game today? How to watch World Cup vs Belgium USA Today · 67d ago
- USMNT vs. Belgium World Cup watch guide: Start time, TV, key players for Monday’s match The New York Times · 67d ago
- Where is USA vs Belgium today? Location for World Cup round of 16 match USA Today · 67d ago
- ‘Ethics and integrity’: Pochettino welcomes Balogun move after Trump involvement The Independent · 67d ago
- U.S. lead scorer Folarin Balogun will play in World Cup match against Belgium after suspension is lifted CBS News · 67d ago
- Folarin Balogun available for USMNT World Cup round of 16 match vs. Belgium: FIFA lifts red card suspension CBS Sports · 68d ago
- 2026 World Cup: USMNT striker Folarin Balogun available vs. Belgium after red card ban suspended Yahoo Sports · 68d ago
- USMNT's Folarin Balogun has red card suspended by FIFA, available to face Belgium ESPN · 68d ago
- Folarin Balogun available for USMNT vs. Belgium as red card ban suspended The New York Times · 68d ago
- USA Star Folarin Balogun To Play In World Cup Match vs. Belgium FOX Sports · 68d ago
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