World Cup what to know: US faces Belgium after Balogun’s suspension rescinded
Summary
The U.S. men’s soccer team will play Belgium in a key World Cup game in Seattle after player Folarin Balogun’s suspension was lifted. Balogun had received a red card but FIFA reversed the decision, allowing him to play, which boosts the U.S. team’s chances to reach the quarterfinals for the first time since 2002.Key Facts
- Folarin Balogun had a one-game suspension from a red card but FIFA removed it after a call from President Donald Trump.
- The U.S. beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 despite playing 30 minutes with 10 men.
- Balogun has scored three goals in the World Cup, tying with Landon Donovan for second most by an American in the tournament’s history.
- The U.S. seeks to win two knockout games in a World Cup for the first time to reach the quarterfinals.
- The U.S. won its group play games, including a 4-1 win over Paraguay and 2-0 over Australia in a loud Seattle stadium.
- Belgium beat the U.S. 5-2 in a warmup match earlier in the year.
- The game between the U.S. and Belgium is expected to be very loud and important, with a spot in the quarterfinals on the line.
- Spain will also play Portugal on the same day, but the U.S.–Belgium match is now the main focus.
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