Red card reversal of Folarin Balogun only latest example of politics entering sports arena

FIFA lifted the red card suspension for U.S. player Folarin Balogun following a conversation between President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This decision has prompted the Royal Belgian Football Association to threaten a formal protest regarding Balogun's participation. The reversal is cited as a recent example of politics influencing the sports arena, leading to a direct conflict between the governing body and the Belgian football authorities over the player's eligibility.