Trump Admits to Making Call Over FIFA Red Flag

1 sourceUpdated Jul 6, 2026

President Donald Trump confirmed Monday he made a call to FIFA President Gianni Infantino when U.S. Men’s National Team star Folarin Balogun was given a red flag, meaning he would not be eligible to play in Monday’s game if the call stood.

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