In case you weren't aware: the American forward received a controversial red card in the match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which automatically suspended him from the next game. It would seem that rules are rules, that's it. But no. President Trump personally called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to reconsider the decision. And – lo and behold! – FIFA lifted the automatic disqualification for the first time in more than 60 years of World Cup matches.

On the one hand, I understand everything: the card was controversial, the US government provided additional evidence and emphasized that the referees reviewed the incident in slow motion before the dismissal. Perhaps justice has indeed prevailed. Balogun is a fantastic player, scoring three goals in three matches, and losing him in the knockout stages is painful for the whole team.

But here's what sticks in my mind: if this had been a player from any other national team—say, Nigeria or Mexico—would their president have called Infantino and gotten the same result? 🌍 Somehow, I don't think so. The Belgian Football Federation said it was "shocked" by FIFA's decision, while UEFA called it "crossing the line" and "unprecedented." And I understand them.

Sport is a place where we all want to see fair play. Where the rules are the same for everyone. Where victory goes to the strongest, not to the one with the most powerful patron. Direct presidential intervention in a FIFA disciplinary decision is truly extraordinary. And even if the card was unfair, the precedent is frightening.

Trump wrote: "Thank you FIFA for doing the right thing and righting a great injustice." 🇺🇸 Sounds great. But I'm left wondering: what will be considered "injustice" tomorrow? And who decides?

I'll root for beautiful football. But I'll root for fair play—more than for any specific team ❤️

What do you think—is this a triumph of justice or a dangerous precedent? I'm genuinely interested in your opinion.