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The International Federation’s decision sparked widespread outrage
England manager Thomas Tuchel sparked a fresh crisis at the 2026 World Cup after he attacked FIFA’s decision to overturn American striker Folarin Balogun’s suspension, sarcastically asking:
Balogun received a red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 32 and was due to miss the Round of 16 match against Belgium, but FIFA suspended the ban for one year under Article 27, allowing him to play.
The decision has sparked outrage Camp EnglandEspecially after English reports stated that the cancellation came after a phone call from US President Donald Trump.
“It’s confusing to me. Who cancels the decision, when and on what basis? We want common standards.”
The German coach added: “It wasn’t a red card, VAR intervened. The decision was made. Why has it been canceled now?”
He continued sarcastically.
In turn, the Belgian Federation expressed its “surprise” regarding FIFA’s decision. He confirmed in a statement that he was “exploring all available options” to appeal the decision before facing America.
The United States and Belgium are set to meet in Seattle on Monday night amid widespread controversy over the fairness of the decision and its impact on the tournament.
