FIFA's Neutrality Put to the Test in Trump Infantino Red Card Drama The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's red card, later suspended by FIFA, has sparked a global debate about the world soccer governing body's commitment to neutrality.
President Donald Trump's personal appeal to FIFA president Gianni Infantino has raised questions about the federation's independence and ability to maintain a level playing field.
FIFA is already under scrutiny for its handling of past scandals, including the 2015 US Justice Department indictment of several officials on corruption charges related to media and marketing rights.