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Un decision alone lifts Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban
Under the bright lights of the World Cup quarter‑final, Folarin Balogun stood ready on the pitch after a single decision lifted his suspension, allowing him to feature in the United States‑Belgium match that ended 1‑4. The drama unfolded as fans watched the striker prepare, aware that his eligibility hinged on one man’s ruling. The moment captured the tension of a tournament where every player’s status can change the outcome.
Le Times reported that FIFA." a solitary official, Mohammad Al Kamali, president of the disciplinary commission, made the decision to lift the ban. No other of the 17 commission members was consulted, making the process unusually unilateral.
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The legitimacy of the procedure remains in question, as the exclusion of the 17 other commission members raises doubts about transparency. Observers note that it is rare for Mohammad Al Kamali to act alone, prompting calls for clearer governance.