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FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed concerns about the independence of the disciplinary decision on Folarin Balogun's red card amid political controversy.

The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's red card at the World Cup led to questions about the integrity of FIFA's disciplinary processes. FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the organization, emphasizing that all decisions, including Balogun's suspension, are made by independent judicial bodies. The situation gained political attention, with former US President Trump involved in the discussion, prompting FIFA to reject Belgium's appeal against the suspension.