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Pochettino says he regrets limited role in Balogun red-card appeal at World Cup
The US coach says the controversial decision 'changed the energy' around the team during the 2026 World Cup.
By EGazette AI · · 1 min read

The US coach says the controversial decision 'changed the energy' around the team during the 2026 World Cup.

USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino admitted he regrets not being more involved in the appeal over Folarin Balogun's suspension at this summer's World Cup, saying the episode affected his squad's atmosphere.

Belgium's football association says it is still awaiting clarification on why Folarin Balogun was permitted to play against them at the World Cup, according to BBC Sport.