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FIFA suspends red card for US striker after Trump’s request

As the World Cup moves into its final stages, Belgium’s appeal has been rejected by FIFA, after the organisation lifted a ban on a US player following Donald Trump’s request. Millions have reacted angrily to what they call a controversial decision to overturn the red card. FIFA’s president defended the move, saying the organisation’s judicial bodies are independent. Candice Cole reports.

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