FIFA has dismissed Belgium's appeal concerning Folarin Balogun's one-game suspension during the World Cup, according to a ruling announced Monday. The decision means the U.S. national team player will serve his ban as originally determined.
The appeal was lodged by the Belgian football federation, but FIFA's decision upholds the initial ruling against Balogun. The specifics of the infraction that led to the suspension were not detailed in the announcement.
Balogun, a key player for the United States, was facing a potential reduction or cancellation of his ban through the appeal process initiated by Belgium. However, FIFA's rejection of the appeal confirms the original disciplinary action.