Norwegian FA Considers FIFA Complaint Over Balogun Ban Suspension
Summary
The Norwegian Football Federation is considering a FIFA ethics complaint after Folarin Balogun's one-game World Cup ban was suspended following intervention by US President Donald Trump.
Key Points
- The Norwegian Football Federation may file a formal complaint to FIFA’s ethics committee over the suspension of Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban during the World Cup.
- Balogun was cleared to play the Round of 16 match against Belgium despite receiving a straight red card against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
- US President Donald Trump intervened with FIFA President Gianni Infantino resulting in the suspension of Balogun’s ban for 12 months.
- The Royal Belgian Football Association and UEFA have expressed concerns about the fairness and ethics of FIFA’s decision.
