USA striker Folarin Balogun has issued an emotional apology to fans after the United States’ FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign came to an end following a heavy 4-1 defeat against Belgium in the Round of 16. The forward admitted that the team failed to deliver when it mattered most and promised that the setback would motivate them to return stronger.
FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension ahead of the United States' FIFA World Cup Round of 16 tie against Belgium after Donald Trump requested a review, sparking criticism from Belgium, UEFA and England coach Thomas Tuchel.
