Belgium calls Balogun selection an April Fool's joke
The United States defended the inclusion of Balogun ahead of their World Cup clash with Belgium. Belgium federation president Rudi Garcia dismissed the move as an April Fool's joke.
Garcia emphasized the need to protect the integrity of the sport. The exchange has added tension to the teams' pre‑match preparations.
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