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Trump thanks Fifa for overturning USA striker's ban

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FIFA has suspended a one-game ban on USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium. The title of the article also mentions that Donald Trump thanked FIFA for this decision, though the content does not confirm Trump's involvement. Balogun's availability is a significant boost for the United States as they face Belgium.

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Why it matters

Trump thanks Fifa for overturning a ban

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Folarin Balogun is available to play in the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium.

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Folarin Balogun is a striker for the United States national team.

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  • Trump thanks Fifa for overturning a ban
  • Political figure comments on a non-political sports matter

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Plain English

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Folarin Balogun is available to play for the United States in their World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium after his one-game ban is suspended by Fifa.

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Folarin Balogun is a striker for the United States national team.

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Folarin Balogun had a one-game ban.

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FIFA suspended the one-game ban on Folarin Balogun.

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Folarin Balogun is available to play in the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium.

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The United States is playing Belgium in the World Cup last-16.

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