FIFA Defends Balogun Red Card Referee After Trump Calls Him 'a Bit Suspect' The controversy surrounding Raphael Claus, a Brazilian referee who handed out a red card to Folarin Balogun in the United States' win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, has sparked debate about refereeing standards at the World Cup.
President Donald Trump's comments questioning Claus's integrity added fuel to the fire, but FIFA's unwavering support for the referee raises questions about the organization's commitment to impartiality.
Claus has an impeccable reputation as one of the world's leading professional referees, with over 600 matches under his belt and a consistent display of professionalism and integrity throughout his career.