FIFA President Reaffirms Judicial Independence Amid Trump's Inquiry on Balogun Suspension
My people, the Royal Belgian Football Association don shock plenty people as dem challenge FIFA ruling wey allow United States forward Folarin Balogun to play for their Round of 16 match against Belgium for the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026.According to the Belgian federation, dem dey astonished by the decision because e go against FIFA own disciplinary codes.Balogun was sent off with red card in previous match against Bosnia, and normally, that one suppose mean automatic suspension for the next game.But FIFA come clear am to play based on one article wey allow suspension of sanctions.Belgium cite Article 66.4 of the FIFA Disciplinary Code and Article 10.5 of the World Cup regulations wey clearly state say player wey get red card must miss the next match.Dem also mention say this rule don dey applied consistently throughout the tournament and even for circulars wey FIFA distribute before.The RBFA warn say this kind decision fit raise questions about fairness and consistency for the competition.As e be, dem dey consider all options to protect fair play and the rights of all teams.The match wey go happen for Seattle between USA and Belgium don turn into big controversy now.FIFA never give more explanation on why dem allow Balogun to play.This one fit affect the integrity of the World Cup if care no dey taken.Na real football drama o, make we see how e go end for the pitch.
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