The Balogun Brouhaha: FIFA's Fumbling Response to Controversy The recent World Cup controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's eligibility has been a masterclass in bureaucratic fudging, and Belgium's victory over the US has only served to muddy the waters further.
The drama began with FIFA's decision to suspend the one match ban imposed on Balogun after his red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina, allowing him to play for the US in their round of 16 match.
At first glance, it seems that Belgium coach Rudi Garcia's assertion that "justice" was served in the 4 1 win over the US is little more than a convenient rationalization.