The Norwegian Football Federation is contemplating a formal complaint to FIFA's ethics committee regarding the suspension of Folarin Balogun's red card ban during the World Cup. Balogun, who was the top scorer for the United States with three goals, was initially expected to miss a crucial match against Belgium after receiving a red card in a previous game against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
Despite the red card, Balogun played in the match against Belgium, which raised concerns from the Norwegian federation. NFF president Lise Klaveness expressed strong concern over the situation, indicating that a decision on the complaint will be made at the next board meeting, linking it to a prior inquiry about FIFA's ethics related to its peace prize award.
Watch for the NFF's decision at the upcoming board meeting, as it could set a precedent for how FIFA handles player suspensions influenced by external pressures. The implications for FIFA's ethics and governance could be significant, especially amid ongoing scrutiny from the IOC.