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USA's Balogun gets red card for challenge Messi escaped punishment for, sparks controversy
short by Anmol Sharma / on Thursday, 2 July, 2026
Controversy erupted after USA's Folarin Balogun was shown red card in their World Cup Round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina for a challenge similar to one that Argentina captain Lionel Messi escaped punishment for earlier in the tournament. Fans questioned consistency of refereeing decisions after replays of both incidents went viral. Balogun was sent off in 64th minute.
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