New York: (Right Now News) FIFA has unexpectedly lifted the ban on US footballer Folarin Balogun during the World Cup. He will now participate in the crucial match against Belgium.

FIFA utilized Article 27 to suspend Balogun’s punishment. Balogun was shown a red card in the previous match.

Belgium has strongly protested FIFA’s decision, stating it violates World Cup rules.

Balogun is placed on a one-year probation period. If he repeats the offense, the ban will be reinstated.

It is noteworthy that FIFA has previously used the same rule to allow Cristiano Ronaldo to play.