US team’s Folarin Balogun free to play after Trump lobbies FIFA to remove ban

In an unusual turn of events, US soccer player Folarin Balogun is set to play in Team USA's next game after President Donald Trump intervened with FIFA to lift a suspension. The suspension was imposed after Balogun received a red card in the previous match. This move has sparked discussions about the influence of high-profile individuals in sports governance. While some see it as an example of undue political interference, others argue it's a routine part of the appeals process. The decision underscores the complex interplay between politics and sports.