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Trump Presses FIFA on Balogun Red Card, Promises $1.2B Aid

7/20/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino on July 1 to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red-card.
Trump said 50 federal agencies provided security, expedited visas, and allocated $1.2 billion in transportation grants for the World Cup.
Trump and first lady Melania Trump will attend the final between Argentina and Spain on July 19.

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U.S. President Donald Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino on July 1 to request a review of Folarin Balogun’s red-card.
Trump said 50 federal agencies provided security, expedited visas, and allocated $1.2 billion in transportation grants for the World Cup.
Trump and first lady Melania Trump will attend the final between Argentina and Spain on July 19.