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Balogun starts for US against Belgium after suspension lifted following call by Trump to FIFA
By Ronald Blum, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
Folarin Balogun was in the United States' starting lineup for Monday's World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium after his red-card suspension was lifted by FIFA in a decision that sparked an uproar across the sport.Balogun’s red card was assessed by Brazilian referee Raphael Claus for stepping...
Key takeaway Balogun’s red card was assessed by Brazilian referee Raphael Claus for stepping on an opponent’s ankle last Wednesday during the Americans’ 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina, triggering an automatic one-game suspension.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's suspension and its subsequent lifting by FIFA may seem like a distant issue to Terrell Hills residents, but it has significant implications for local soccer fans. With the US team competing in the World Cup, many in the community are likely following the tournament closely. The fact that Balogun, a key player for the US, is now able to participate in the match against Belgium will undoubtedly be of interest to local soccer enthusiasts. Additionally, the US team's performance in the tournament may inspire young soccer players in Terrell Hills, who may be watching the games and learning from the players' skills and strategies. As the US team advances in the tournament, local fans will be eagerly watching to see how they fare, and the community may come together to support the team and celebrate their successes.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Folarin Balogun was in the United States' starting lineup for Monday's World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium after his red-card suspension was lifted by FIFA in a decision that sparked an uproar across the sport.Balogun’s red card was assessed by Brazilian referee Raphael Claus for stepping...
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