Raphael Claus
Coverage of Raphael Claus in the Nexus archive.
- Yes, the United States was treated unfairly by the controversial Folarin Balogun red card decision
The U.S. Men's National Team (USMNT) advanced to the World Cup round of 16 after a 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, but Folarin Balogun's controversial red card sparked criticism of FIFA officiating. Officials erred in using slow-motion replays to review the tackle, violating VAR protocols, and similar plays involving players like Lionel Messi went unpunished. The USMNT has no appeal process for Balogun's suspension in the upcoming Round of 16 match against Belgium.
- Balogun gets US’s go-ahead goal against Bosnia and then red card
Folarin Balogun scored the United States' first goal against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 match but was later sent off with a red card for stepping on an opponent's ankle, forcing the team to play a man short. His initial goal was disallowed for offside before he scored the valid goal in the 45th minute.
- Balogun gets US’s go-ahead goal against Bosnia and then red card
Folarin Balogun scored the go-ahead goal for the United States against Bosnia-Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 match but was later sent off with a red card for stepping on an opponent's ankle. His initial goal was disallowed for offside before he scored a valid goal in the 45th minute. Balogun will miss the next match against Belgium due to the red card and now matches Landon Donovan's World Cup goal record.