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The Latest: Belgians to challenge FIFA decision to let Folarin Balogun play in World Cup match
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 6, 2026
· 14 min read
The Belgian soccer federation is demanding an explanation from FIFA about a decision to let U.S forward Folarin Balogun play at the World Cup despite getting a red card in his previous game. President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino after the game and asked FIFA to review the ...
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 14 min
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