Trump Spoke to Infantino Over Balogun Red Card and Ban, US Official Confirms

An unnamed US official told the New York Post's Emily Goodin that President Donald Trump did indeed speak with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about the disqualification of USMNT striker Folarin Balogun. According to the source, Trump wanted a clearer explanation for why Balogun was sent off and why the disciplinary panel handed down a suspension. The conversation underscores the President's interest in high-profile cases involving American athletes on the international stage. Goodin reported that the official described the call as a routine check-in rather than pressure on FIFA. The White House has not issued a public statement, and neither FIFA nor U.S. Soccer have commented on the matter.