Trump confirms he asked FIFA boss for review of Balogun red card

Trump took aim at Raphael Claus, the Brazilian referee who made the call, describing him as "a little bit suspect if you check his past."

AFP•Updated: Aug 24, 2026 05:33 AM• 2 views

Washington, D.C.: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to the press on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, D.C., the United States, April 16, 2026. Trump said Thursday he would consider visiting Pakistan if a peace deal is reached between the United States and Iran to end the weekslong conflict.

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