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FIFA overturned a red card for a US forward after the US administration requested a review, while Trump praised FIFA's decision.

Steady: 1 development in the last 24 hours, 1 in the last 7 days Updated yesterday

The latest in this situation

  1. Trump intervened in Balogun's red card decision while Infantino seeks re-election.
  2. Trump pushed for penalty review as FIFA changed rules and Hewitt demanded documents.

How it started

18 reports, 16 independent, last reported Jul 19. The briefing below covers this first event.

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What happened

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FIFA overturned a red card for a US forward after the US administration requested a review, while Trump praised FIFA's decision.

Who's involved

What this event is mainly about
Gianni InfantinoWorld CupDonald Trump

How it developed

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  1. Lawmakers demand FIFA investigation; Trump pressures Infantino over red card decision.1 source
  2. Trump contacted FIFA regarding Folarin Balogun's red card, while other World Cup matches concluded.Sub-event
  3. Following a red card decision, Giuliani alerted Trump, and U.S. Soccer prepared an appeal to FIFA.Sub-event
  4. Trump's intervention led to FIFA overturning a suspension, despite warnings against political interference.1 source
  5. Trump pushes for review of red card/ban suspension for Folarin Balogun.1 source
  6. Trump intervened in a red card review while Ted Cruz praised his actions.1 source
  7. Trump lobbied FIFA to overturn a red card, while Infantino defended the disciplinary process.1 source
  8. One-match suspension of a U.S. striker was overturned by FIFA.1 source
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  1. FIFA reversed a red card against a US forward after the US administration requested a review.1 source

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