UEFA has strongly criticized FIFA for overturning American striker Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension, saying the governing body "crossed a red line" and compromised football's integrity. Balogun had been sent off during the United States' 2-0 Round of 32 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina for a challenge on Tarik Muharemović. FIFA later lifted the automatic one-match ban after a review, reportedly following intervention from US President Donald Trump. The decision has sparked widespread debate over political influence in football and the independence of FIFA's disciplinary process.
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UEFA Slams FIFA Over Balogun Ban Reversal
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