Arturo Prat San Felipe 73:67 The Sharks 
Venezuela 88:103 Brazil 
Seattle Storm W 72:77 Portland Fire W 
Dandenong Rangers W 89:82 Ballarat W 
Keilor Thunder W 49:59 Casey Cavaliers W 
Geelong W 82:90 Diamond Valley W 
Nelson Giants 88:85 Franklin Bulls 
Kalamunda Eastern Suns W 75:62 Goldfields Giants W 
Waverley W 66:61 Frankston W 
Penrith P. W 66:97 Albury W 
Inner West Bulls W 49:104 Sutherland Sharks W 
Dandenong 111:81 Ballarat 
Keilor Thunder 98:97 Casey Cavaliers 
Illawarra Hawks W 71:87 Sydney Comets W 
Geelong 92:85 Diamond Valley 
Kalamunda Eastern Suns 85:74 Goldfields Giants 
Waverley 78:95 Frankston 
Penrith P. 98:91 Albury-Wodonga Bandits 
Inner West Bulls 69:97 Sutherland Sharks 
Geraldton Buccaneers 118:92 Willetton Tigers 
Illawarra Hawks 2 102:79 Sydney Comets 
Cameroon U17 61:71 Venezuela U17 
Puerto Rico U17 93:98 Lithuania U17 
Rwanda 62:106 Nigeria 
Italy U17 95:62 Japan U17 
Canada U17 76:97 France U17 
Tunisia 61:50 Guinea 
Saigon Heat 93:84 Nhatrang Dolphins 
Ivory Coast U17 85:81 New Zealand U17 
Denmark 69:99 Ukraine 
Folarin Balogun, the American striker, will be on the field when the US takes on Belgium in the World Cup round of 16. FIFA decided to put his one-game suspension on hold, so he’s free to play.
The red card came during a previous match, but the US team appealed. Now, Balogun can help his team try to advance.
What Happened with the Red Card?
During a group stage game, Balogun received a red card for a tough tackle. The referee judged it as dangerous play. That meant an automatic one-game ban.
- The red card was shown in the 65th minute.
- US coaches thought the punishment was too harsh.
- They filed an appeal right away.
FIFA’s Decision to Suspend the Ban
FIFA reviewed the case and decided to suspend the ban. That means Balogun can play against Belgium. The decision came just hours before the match.
The world soccer organization often reviews red card appeals quickly during tournaments.
What This Means for the US Team
Having Balogun available is a big boost. He’s one of the team’s top scorers. The US will need his speed and skill to break through Belgium’s defense.
- Balogun scored two goals in the group stage.
- His presence gives the US more attacking options.
- Belgium will now have to adjust their game plan.
Looking Ahead to the Big Match
The US and Belgium face off in a huge last-16 game. With Balogun back, the US has a better chance to advance to the quarterfinals. Fans are excited to see him play.
This decision could change the outcome of the entire tournament for the US squad.