- FIFA overturned a red card for a US forward after the US administration requested a review, while Trump praised FIFA's decision.
- Trump contacted FIFA regarding Folarin Balogun's red card, while other World Cup matches concluded.
As President of FIFA, Gianni Infantino advised Donald Trump regarding the legal proceedings concerning Folarin Balogun.
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What happened
As President of FIFA, Gianni Infantino advised Donald Trump regarding the legal proceedings concerning Folarin Balogun.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump appealed to Infantino over player suspension; Balogun transfer stalled by medical concerns.1 source
- A complaint has been filed with the FIFA Council regarding political neutrality, amid pressure over the suspension of Folarin Balogun. Infantino leads the council.Sub-event
Infantino advised Trump on the Balogun legal proceeding while serving as FIFA President.1 source
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The entities involved
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Gianni Infantino
Swiss-Italian football administrator
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
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FIFA
international governing body of association football