New Delhi, July 6 -- United States of America striker Folarin Balogun has found himself at the centre of controversy during the 2026 FIFA World Cup after the sport's global governing body suspended his red card ban ahead of the round of 16 clash against Belgium scheduled for Monday.

During the 64th minute of the USA's round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina last week, Balogun was given a straight red card for an accidental challenge on Bosnia's Tarik Muharemovic after a VAR review. After the VAR review, it was declared that Balogun's foot landed on Tarik's upper ankle. Referee Raphael Claus even denied awarding Bosnia a free-kick.

The incident occurred in the 64th minute of the match, when the USA were leading 1-0 following Bal...