More on President Trump's call to Gianni Infantino.
It was communicated directly to the FIFA President that Trump felt the punishment was unjust. Other White House figures also lobbied FIFA.
US Soccer say they were "engaged" in the process and argued slow motion replays distorted the incident.
FIFA insist the decision to suspend Balogun's red card was made by an independent panel.
Yet the Royal Belgian Football Association say they are "astonished" by the decision, adding Article 27 does not allow for a suspended punishment under these circumstances.
RBFA exploring all options, including going to CAS. Any appeal could also come after the game if Belgium are knocked out.
🗣️ Roy Keane: "It seems unfair because it is unfair."
🗣️ Gary Neville: "Let's be clear, it absolutely stinks."
🗣️ Ian Wright: "We're talking about integrity. It's shameful."
“I don’t know how it happened” “FIFA agreed the red card was wrong”
If you’re an American please Stop being naive and just applaud the blatant corruption that helped your team .