Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States men's national team against Belgium after FIFA suspended his red card ban. The decision overturned a suspension that had threatened to keep the striker out of the friendly.
The reversal follows an appeal from the USMNT and drew a notable reaction from former President Donald Trump, who thanked FIFA for what he called reversing a great injustice. Teammates also celebrated the news.
Balogun received a red card in a previous match, which initially triggered an automatic ban. FIFA's intervention came after review, allowing the forward to rejoin the squad for the upcoming fixture.
The ruling means the USMNT will have its full attacking options available for the Belgium friendly. The team is in a preparation phase for the 2026 World Cup, making Balogun's presence significant for building chemistry.