US soccer team forward Polanin Ballogun received a red card for stepping on an opponent's ankle during the World Cup group stage, but thanks to the intervention of US President Donald Trump, FIFA has exceptionally suspended his punishment. Ballogun said that a big controversy was expected right after the suspension was overturned and expressed his gratitude for the support and encouragement of his teammates. He returned to the starting lineup in the round of 16, but failed to score, and the United States lost to Belgium, ending the tournament. Ballogun argued that external controversy did not have a significant impact on the team's performance.
