UEFA says decision by FIFA to let U.S. forward play at World Cup is ‘incomprehensible’
Summary
UEFA criticized FIFA for allowing United States soccer player Folarin Balogun to play in the World Cup match against Belgium despite receiving a red card in the previous game. UEFA called FIFA’s decision unfair and said it harms the trust and fairness of the competition.Key Facts
- Folarin Balogun is a 20-year-old forward for the United States soccer team.
- Balogun received a red card during the round of 32 World Cup match against Bosnia.
- A red card usually means the player must miss the next game as a punishment.
- FIFA allowed Balogun to play in the following game against Belgium anyway.
- UEFA called FIFA’s decision “incomprehensible” and said it violated the rules.
- UEFA accused FIFA of damaging the fairness and credibility of the World Cup.
- The decision came after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump.
- UEFA believes the rules about suspensions should be clear and strictly followed.
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