Folarin Balogun
NigeriaathleteMaleb. 20015.5Global Dominance: 0.01%Folarin Balogun is an American professional soccer player known for his skills as a forward. He has represented the United States at various youth levels and made his mark in European football with clubs like Arsenal and AS Monaco. Recently, he was in the news due to his anticipated return from injury, which could impact the attacking dynamics of his current team.
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Folarin Balogun was sent off in the victory of the USA over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the round of 16 due to a foul on Tarik Muharemović.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina· 2026-09-25
Folarin Balogun is an American player whose suspension was controversially lifted during the World Cup.
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Switzerland· 2026-09-19
Folarin Balogun made his first appearance of the season as Monaco continued their strong start in Ligue 1.
Balogun returns as Monaco beat Lens 2-1Nigeria· 2026-09-18
Folarin Balogun is a United States forward whose suspension was discussed in the context of FIFA's governance.
UEFA, CONCACAF urge FIFA to release $10m to membersNigeria· 2026-09-18
Forward Balogun was allowed to play against Belgium in the last 16 when he would have expected to be serving a one-match suspension.
FA chief writes to Infantino demanding release of World Cup sell-off documents
United Kingdom· 2026-09-17Folarin Balogun received a red card after a harsh tackle but had his automatic suspension shockingly overturned.
Traži se nezavisna istraga zbog dva velika slučajaBosnia and Herzegovina· 2026-09-17Folarin Balogun was released from a red card by Gianni Infantino after a controversial incident.
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Sweden· 2026-09-14
Folarin Balogun's proposed move to Everton created uncertainty around Lamine Camara's potential transfer.
Camara focused on Monaco after Chelsea deal collapsesNigeria· 2026-09-12
Folarin Balogun is a US forward who faced a 'suspended suspension' after lobbying from US President Donald Trump.
Fifa: Gianni Infantino’s ‘lover’ was paid off by Uefa
New Zealand· 2026-08-08
Questions remain around the overturning of Folarin Balogun’s ban during the tournament.
Gianni Infantino is in a mire of his own making. Can he ride out the storm?
United States· 2026-08-08
Folarin Balogun is a US forward who faced a 'suspended suspension' after lobbying from Donald Trump.
A woman received a six-figure sum after an alleged relationship with Gianni Infantino while he was a top official at UEFA
Australia· 2026-08-08Balogun received a red card during a match against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
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Indonesia· 2026-08-07
Folarin Balogun's suspension was lifted during the 2026 World Cup after intervention from Donald Trump.
Mientras Gianni Infantino está en Colombia, le siguen lloviendo palazos y piden su renuncia inmediata de la Fifa: 'No tiene la confianza'
Colombia· 2026-08-07
Folarin Balogun was involved in a controversial incident where he received a reprieve from a red card after a call from President Donald Trump.
México sorprende a Concacaf y anuncia decisión sobre Infantino
Honduras· 2026-08-07Folarin Balogun was issued a red card during a match that led to controversy involving FIFA's president.
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Jamaica· 2026-08-06
Folarin Balogun's suspension was lifted after a call from Donald Trump, raising questions about FIFA's independence.
No hay derecho: un balance del Mundial
Panama· 2026-08-05
Folarin Balogun had his red card suspension lifted due to political interference.
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Uzbekistan· 2026-08-04
Folarin Balogun's suspension was revoked, highlighting the controversial decisions made during the World Cup.
Gianni Infantino must go, but nothing will change without vast structural reform – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-08-03
Council members are demanding an independent review into the unprecedented decision to lift Folarin Balogun’s suspension during the World Cup.
Gianni Infantino could face leadership challenge as Fifa Council members rebel | Gianni InfantinoUnited Kingdom· 2026-08-02
Folarin Balogun had a red card rescinded by Gianni Infantino after a call from Donald Trump.
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Slovenia· 2026-08-01Infantino's handling of the Folarin Balogun affair has contributed to the discontent among member associations.
Fifa scraps proposal to sell off stakes in World Cup after widespread backlash – The Irish TimesIreland· 2026-08-01Folarin Balogun is a US forward who played against Belgium despite a red card in his previous game.
European nations vow FIFA boycott
Taiwan· 2026-08-01Infantino's handling of the Folarin Balogun affair has left member associations deeply disenchanted.
Fifa scraps proposal to sell off stakes in World Cup after widespread backlash | FifaUnited Kingdom· 2026-08-01Folarin Balogun's suspension sparked a significant response from Uefa against Infantino.
Uefa has formed a rare but fragile united front against Fifa in battle for football’s future | UefaUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-31Trump’s apparent string-pulling to overturn US star Folarin Balogun’s suspension for a critical World Cup game.
How to explain the complex emotional backlash that started soccer’s global warUnited States· 2026-07-31
American striker Folarin Balogun received a red card during the World Cup, but Trump's intervention allowed him to play in the next round.
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South Africa· 2026-07-30
Folarin Balogun is noted for playing against Belgium despite a red card in a previous game.
CONCACAF, UEFA nations reject Gianni Infantino's plan to sell World Cup stakes
Canada· 2026-07-30
Folarin Balogun had his suspension lifted by FIFA after intervention from the White House.
Infantino plant Investoren-Deal für WM-RechteSwitzerland· 2026-07-29
Folarin Balogun is a USA forward whose one-match ban was suspended due to Donald Trump's intervention.
FA express concern amid growing anger at Fifa planUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-29
Folarin Balogun is an American striker who received a red card during the World Cup but had his suspension lifted under controversial circumstances.
Nun kommen Untersuchungen zu Ungereimtheiten in GangSwitzerland· 2026-07-29