Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia clears the air with U.S. forward Folarin Balogun following red card drama around their World Cup Round of 16 match. After Belgium beats the United States 4-1, Garcia speaks with Balogun to address what happened and to move past the controversy. Multiple reports describe the conversation as a direct exchange in which Garcia acknowledges Balogun’s approach following the match. Yahoo Sports and the other outlets say Garcia details what he told Balogun and characterizes the interaction as respectful and constructive. Fox News reports Garcia praises Balogun’s gesture after the red card incident, saying he liked that Balogun came to talk to him. New York Post likewise frames the moment as Garcia and Balogun reconciling after the controversy, emphasizing the post-match conversation rather than additional details of the on-field incident. All sources agree that the discussion happens in the aftermath of Belgium’s victory and focuses on settling the situation and maintaining professionalism.