The United States will not be able to appeal Folarin Balogun’s red card after FIFA confirmed the incident falls under the competition’s disciplinary rules.
Although many fans questioned the decision, FIFA regulations do not allow an appeal for this type of dismissal unless there is a case of mistaken identity.
Balogun will now serve his suspension, dealing a significant blow to the USA ahead of their next World Cup match.
The decision has sparked debate among supporters, but FIFA’s rules leave the federation with no option to overturn the red card.
