Trump Interferes in FIFA Red Card Decision | Denver News

Trump claims he personally intervened to overturn a red card given to U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun during the World Cup, calling the initial call “horrible” and saying it would’ve been a “stain” on the tournament. He says he contacted FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who ultimately reversed the suspension — though Trump admits he didn’t demand a specific outcome. The move sparked global backlash, with UEFA calling FIFA’s decision “incomprehensible and unjustifiable” and Belgium questioning Balogun’s eligibility for their next match. Infantino defended FIFA’s independent judicial process, while Senator Cruz praised Trump’s action. The controversial foul involved Balogun’s cleated foot striking an opponent’s ankle — initially no card, then red after review — with Balogun believing a yellow was more appropriate. The drama is heating up ahead of a major NATO summit. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b1e61c3bdc63b734