The Politics of Red Cards: When Governance Meets Interference The ongoing World Cup has provided ample evidence that politics can be a significant player in international football, often crossing the line into interference.
Donald Trump's decision to personally ask FIFA to review the red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun raises questions about the boundaries between governance and interference.
FIFA's disciplinary process has been under scrutiny for some time, with many questioning its impartiality.