Folarin Balogun's Ban Is Lifted by FIFA, Allowing U. S. Striker to Play Against Belgium The world of international soccer is governed by a complex web of rules, regulations, and rivalries.
Recently, an unusual occurrence brought attention to the sport's intersection with politics when FIFA's Disciplinary Committee unexpectedly delayed Folarin Balogun's one game red card ban.
This decision taps into a larger conversation about the role of politics in sports.