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Pochettino Hails FIFA’s U‑Turn on Balogun Ban

Coach Mauricio Pochettino praised FIFA for overturning Folarin Balogun’s one‑game ban, labeling the decision a fair move after a harsh red card. He said the ruling restores trust in the sport’s integrity.

Coach Mauricio Pochettino applauded FIFA for overturning the one‑game ban on England striker Folarin Balogun, calling the decision a welcome correction after a controversial red card in the World Cup last‑16 match against Belgium. afsport.lat

He added that the ruling restores confidence in the sport’s fairness, noting that teams have suffered unfair punishments such as playing 10 men against Bosnia & Herzegovina for 30 minutes.