July 7, 2026 8:36 AM
UEFA accuses FIFA of compromising integrity after lifting Balogun ban following Trump intervention
European football’s governing body UEFA launched a scathing attack on FIFA on Monday after the world football governing body suspended the one-match World Cup ban handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun following intervention from U.S. President Donald Trump, calling the move a threat to the integrity of the sport. The decision allowed Balogun to play in the United States’ Round of 16 match against Belgium. It drew widespread criticism from UEFA, coaches, officials and former FIFA p...