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Balogun Cleared to Play for USA vs Belgium

USA striker Folarin Balogun has been cleared to play in Monday's round of 16 match against Belgium after his red card was overturned.

FOX Sports reported that Balogun, who received a red card in the 64th minute of Team USA's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, will be available for the crucial matchup. The ruling determined that the forward should never have been assessed the red card during the round of 32 match.

Balogun, who scored in the 45th minute against Bosnia, was initially facing suspension for the Belgium game. Team USA alumni and the sports world expressed excitement on social media following the news. macnevers-and-co.beer