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Belgium beat USA after Balogun red-card controversy

Published July 7, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · The Guardian

Belgium secured a 4-1 victory over the United States to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, turning their focus to the field after a controversial off-pitch saga involving Folarin Balogun.

The Red Devils advanced to the last eight in style, but Monday’s win was doubly sweet due to the circumstances surrounding it. FIFA had initially suspended the red card given to Balogun in the previous round, allowing him to play against Belgium. Reports suggest Donald Trump lobbied for the decision, sparking outrage among Belgian officials and Uefa, who called the ruling "incomprehensible and unjustifiable." realschule-moosburg.de

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