World Cup 2026: Revelations emerge about the lifting of Folarin Balogun's red card

The decision to suspend the automatic ban imposed on Folarin Balogun was reportedly made by just one person within FIFA.

According to reports from BBC Sport, Mohammad al-Kamali, chairman of FIFA's disciplinary committee, made the decision without consulting the 17 other committee members who had been asked to participate in the review of the case.

The Emirati official is said to have acted alone in this matter, which is now raising serious questions about the decision-making process and the fairness of disciplinary proceedings during the 2026 World Cup.

Approached by BBC Sport editor Dan Roan as he arrived at the stadium to attend the quarter-final between England and Norway, Mohammad al-Kamali reportedly refused to answer questions regarding this controversial decision.

This episode is fueling criticism and accusations of double standards in the disciplinary management of the tournament.

Nouya M'toama

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