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Brazil federation defends ref criticised by Trump in Balogun storm

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Brazil federation defends ref criticised by Trump in Balogun storm

Published: Jul 6, 2026 | ⏱ 1 min read | 👁 5 views | Author: Henry Oduah

Brazil’s football federation on Monday defended the integrity of a referee who US President Donald Trump said was “a little bit suspect”, amid a furore over FIFA’s reversal of a red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun.

“There is nothing in his record that discredits him or gives grounds for any suspicion,” the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said in a statement sent to AFP. “He is an exemplary professional.”

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