US Men's National Team coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed regret over not being more involved in the decision regarding Folarin Balogun's red card suspension during the World Cup. Balogun received a one-game ban after a foul, but it was lifted following lobbying from the US Soccer Federation and President Trump, who contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino for a review.
Pochettino noted that the controversy surrounding Balogun may have negatively impacted the team's performance in their subsequent match against Belgium, where they suffered a significant defeat. He emphasized the need for a more streamlined decision-making process in such situations.