Mauricio Pochettino praises Fifa for Balogun U-turn: ‘We celebrate the decision’
Summary
Mauricio Pochettino praised FIFA for overturning the one-game suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun, which followed a red card given during a World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Pochettino said the original red card was unfair and that the US team had already been penalized by playing with one less player for part of the game.Key Facts
- Folarin Balogun received a straight red card for serious foul play during the US vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup match.
- The red card led to a one-game suspension for Balogun.
- FIFA later suspended this ban, allowing Balogun to play in upcoming matches.
- The decision to give the red card came after a video referee review using slow motion.
- Mauricio Pochettino said the red card was harsh and unfair.
- Donald Trump reportedly called FIFA to lobby for reversing Balogun’s suspension.
- US Soccer Federation officials worked to challenge the suspension after the game, despite FIFA initially saying the ban could not be appealed.
- Pochettino emphasized that mixing politics and football decisions is not appropriate.
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