Former President Donald Trump reportedly contacted FIFA officials to request a review of the red card suspension issued to US men’s national soccer team player Folarin Balogun. Balogun received the card and a one-game suspension following a collision with an opposing player during a recent match. Sources indicate Trump felt the card was unjust and potentially influenced by bias. It is unclear what specific arguments Trump presented to FIFA regarding the incident. FIFA has not yet publicly responded to the reported contact from the former president. The situation raises questions about political interference in sporting decisions and the influence a former leader can wield with international organizations. The outcome of Trump’s request remains to be seen.