2026 World Cup: Team USA striker Folarin Balogun shown red card in second half after first-half goal
Folarin Balogun's red card sparks controversy in 2026 World Cup match
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The brief
Team USA striker Folarin Balogun was shown a red card in the second half of a 2026 World Cup match against Bosnia.
He had scored a goal in the first half. USMNT teammates are disputing the red card decision.
Coverage from various outlets, including USA Today, Yahoo Sports, and Fox News, emphasizes the controversy surrounding the red card.
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Quick answers
What happened to Folarin Balogun during the 2026 World Cup match?
He was shown a red card in the second half after scoring a goal in the first half.
Which outlets are covering the story?
USA Today, Yahoo Sports, and Fox News.
Can the USMNT appeal the red card?
According to coverage, no, they cannot.
Coverage (7)
- Folarin Balogun shouldn't have been red carded, USMNT teammates claim USA Today · 5h ago
- Why the USMNT can't appeal Folarin Balogun's suspension after his controversial World Cup red card Yahoo Sports · 5h ago
- USA red card for Folarin Balogun, USMNT plays with 10 men vs. Bosnia USA Today · 6h ago
- USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun receives controversial red card during Round of 32 match Fox News · 6h ago
- Relive goal calls of incredible Malik Tillman free kick goal for the USA Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- 2026 World Cup: Team USA striker Folarin Balogun shown red card in second half after first-half goal Yahoo Sports · 6h ago
- USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun receives controversial red card during Round of 32 match Latest Sports News Today on Fox News · 7h ago broke it first
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