Source: BroBible
Summary
President Trump reportedly called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the red card suspension given to US soccer player Folarin Balogun. Trump also hired a team of “elite lawyers” to challenge the red card, arguing that the use of slow-motion instant replay violated FIFA rules. FIFA initially insisted that Balogun’s red card could not be appealed, but later announced that his suspension would be suspended under Article 27. Balogun is now eligible to play in the US team’s game against Belgium.
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The routine arrives with confidence.
FIFA’s rules are flexible, it seems. A red card can be overturned with a phone call and a team of lawyers. The power of influence knows no bounds, not even in the world of sports. The “independent committee” reviews the decision and suddenly the penalty is “incorrectly given.” Coincidence?
Author: Evan Null
