The US player who got the red card was Folarin Balogun.

Quick Scoop

He was sent off in the match against Bosnia-Herzegovina, and the call led to a one-game suspension that was later paused by FIFA. Reports also say the red card sparked a lot of controversy because it affected his availability for the Belgium game.

What happened

  • Balogun received the red card during the July 1 match against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
  • The foul was described as him stepping awkwardly on an opponent’s ankle/foot after a VAR review.
  • FIFA initially applied a one-match ban, then later suspended the ban’s enforcement for a probationary period.

Why it’s trending

The story went viral because Balogun’s suspension was unusually reversed, which drew strong reactions from fans and media. It also became part of a broader debate about FIFA’s decision-making in the tournament.