On Sunday, President Trump praised FIFA’s decision to overturn a red card that Team USA’s Folarin Balogun had received during the game against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice,” President Trump posted on Truth Social.
What does FIFA rules say?
Under FIFA rules, a red card for serious foul play carries an automatic one-game suspension with no right of appeal.
Did FIFA roll back its rules because of Trump’s pressure or influence? Have your say.
The USA’s next match is with Belgium on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 in a round of 16.
