FIFA says Belgium’s football association appeal against its decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension is inadmissible. Multiple reports state that FIFA ruled the Belgian appeal cannot be considered under its procedures, effectively allowing Balogun to be eligible to play at the World Cup stage in question. Vanguard and NDTV report FIFA’s decision in straightforward terms, describing the appeal outcome as “inadmissible.” Other coverage reiterates that FIFA’s ruling removes the suspension barrier, with Balogun able to face Belgium if he is selected. Some outlets also note the reaction from Belgian football officials, who dispute FIFA’s handling of the matter and signal that additional legal or procedural steps could be pursued. France 24 adds that Belgium had been granted the right to appeal FIFA’s decision, citing reporting that the appeal process followed intervention from US President Donald Trump, before FIFA ultimately rejected the appeal as inadmissible. Overall, the common point across the sources is FIFA’s determination that Belgium’s appeal does not meet the criteria to be heard, leaving Balogun cleared to play.