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Belgium appeals FIFA's decision to overturn red card for striker Balogun

Royal Belgian Football Association has filed an appeal against FIFA's decision permitting US striker Folarin Balogun to participate in Last 16 match versus Belgium on July 6 at Seattle Stadium. This issue comes to light after FIFA lifted Balogun's red-card suspension for a foul on Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic, intensifying the stakes for both teams in 2026 World Cup.

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Jul 6, 2026 · 1 min read · 2 views
Belgium appeals FIFA's decision to overturn red card for striker Balogun

Key Takeaways

  • •FIFA's Disciplinary Committee overturned Folarin Balogun's red-card suspension just hours before the Last 16 match against Belgium on July 6.
  • •Belgium's appeal against Balogun's eligibility comes after his controversial contact with Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic during a Round of 32 match.
  • •The 2026 FIFA World Cup features a record 48 teams, expanding from the traditional 32, and runs from June 11 to July 19.
  • •Matches are being held across 16 cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States for the first time in World Cup history.
  • •The outcome of Belgium's appeal could significantly impact both their chances and the United States' strategy in the tournament.

Just hours before a big showdown at Seattle Stadium, news broke about American forward Folarin Balogun's status. Belgium's national team filed appeal with FIFA, challenging the decision that cleared Balogun to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout round against Belgium on July 6.

This all started after a disciplinary ruling let Balogun back on field despite a red card from a match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. That red card came after contact with defender Tarik Muharemovic,examined through video evidence. Belgium now wants FIFA to take another look.

This year’s World Cup,hosted by Canada,Mexico, and United States,has expanded to 48 teams, up from 32. Matches run from June 11 to July 19,spanning 16 cities across the three countries.

This appeal could shift things for both teams. Belgium aims to keep its tournament run alive,while the US counts on Balogun's talents. What FIFA decides here could ripple through rest of the tournament…

#Sports#FIFA World Cup 2026

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