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US striker Folarin Balogun says a yellow card, not red card, would have been ‘fair’ at the World Cup
By Andrew Destin, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· July 3, 2026
· 4 min read
United States forward Folarin Balogun said Friday he respectfully disagrees with his red card in the Americans' 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup.Balogun was sent off Wednesday for stepping on the right ankle of Tarik Muharemovic.Before practice at Husky Soccer Stadium, Balogun sai...
Key takeaway Before practice at Husky Soccer Stadium, Balogun said a yellow card for the illegal tackle would have been fairer.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun for the Round of 16 game against Belgium will be closely watched by soccer fans in Alamo Heights , many of whom have been following the World Cup with great interest. As the US team advances in the tournament, local residents will be eager to see how the team adapts to Balogun's absence, particularly given his impressive performance so far, with three goals in the tournament. The fact that Balogun will be eligible to return for the quarterfinals should the Americans advance will likely add to the suspense, as fans in Alamo Heights and beyond wait to see if the team can overcome this setback and continue its run in the World Cup. With the US team's success, local soccer fields and parks may see an increase in activity, as youngsters inspired by Balogun and his teammates take to the pitch to emulate their heroes.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? United States forward Folarin Balogun said Friday he respectfully disagrees with his red card in the Americans' 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup.Balogun was sent off Wednesday for stepping on the right ankle of Tarik Muharemovic.Before practice at Husky Soccer Stadium, Balogun sai...
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