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FIFA boss confirms Trump call on Balogun case
Published 6 July 2026 ยท sports
Synopsis FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization's independent judicial process. He confirmed receiving a call from US President Donald Trump regarding Folarin Balogun's suspension
Synopsis FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization's independent judicial process. He confirmed receiving a call from US President Donald Trump regarding Folarin Balogun's suspension.
Infantino explained that FIFA's disciplinary bodies operate autonomously and apply established regulations. He stated that such calls are regular and do not influence ongoing legal
proceedings. Respecting independent institutions and the rule of law protects FIFA's integrity always.