FIFA Lifts Ban on Folarin Balogun, Clearing Path for U.S. World Cup Clash
FIFA has cleared forward Folarin Balogun to play for the United States in their World Cup round‑of‑16 game against Belgium. The decision comes amid a busy news day that also saw a mother injured by a malfunctioning firework, a shooting in Pulaski County, and England’s 3‑2 win over Mexico at Estadio Azteca.
Jul 6, 2026