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Folarin Balogun Ban Suspended for US Match

FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's one-game ban, making the US striker available for the team's crucial last-16 match against Belgium.

President Donald Trump thanked FIFA after the organization suspended the one-game ban imposed on US striker Folarin Balogun. The disciplinary committee cited an article of the FIFA code in their decision. game-sweetbonanza.com

The ruling gives the US a significant boost as they attempt to reach the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2002. Balogun has been a constant threat for the US, scoring three goals in three starts during the tournament.