India, July 3 -- Folarin Balogun's controversial red card on Wednesday has ruled the United States striker out of the USMNT's Round of 16 clash against Belgium national football team, sparking widespread criticism from supporters.

Many fans took to social media to question both the officiating of referee Raphael Claus and FIFA's disciplinary regulations.

The frustration was heightened by Claus' previous involvement in a high-profile investigation related to alleged match-fixing in Brazil.

According to the New York Post, Claus was questioned during a 2024 parliamentary inquiry in Brazil that examined allegations involving match-fixing and sports betting in the country's top division.

Several clubs, most notably Botafogo, challenged a n...