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‘We have been disrespected here in the United States’: Belgium goalkeeper breaks his silence on Donald Trump incident
Yahoo Sports • • general
Key Points:
- FIFA controversially overturned the red card suspension of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun ahead of the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium, a decision influenced by a call from President Donald Trump to FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
- Belgium decisively defeated the United States 4-1, eliminating the Americans from the tournament and reacting strongly to the controversy, with manager Rudi Garcia criticizing the FIFA decision as unprecedented and disrespectful.
- Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois expressed that his team felt disrespected by the U.S. and the surrounding drama, emphasizing Belgium's confidence and superior performance compared to the U.S. and Senegal.
- In a show of disdain for Trump's involvement, Belgium players mocked the former president by performing his signature dance both on the field after their final goal and later in the locker room.
