Washington (USA), 17 July (LaPresse) – Donald Trump has spoken out once again on the matter of the suspension – which was subsequently lifted – of US player Folarin Balogun. “I merely made a recommendation to Gianni; I lodged a complaint,” said the president, addressing FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA gala currently taking place in New York. “It turned out much better this way – they won the match, no controversy,” added Trump, referring to the US’s defeat by Belgium. “It was an honour for America to share our wonderful country with the world,” the tycoon went on to say.
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Washington (USA), 17 July (LaPresse) – Donald Trump has spoken out once again on the matter of the suspension – which was subsequently lifted – of US player Folarin Balogun. “I merely made a recommendation to Gianni; I lodged a complaint,” said the president, addressing FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the FIFA gala currently taking place in New York. “It turned out much better this way – they won the match, no controversy,” added Trump, referring to the US’s defeat by Belgium. “It was an honour for America to share our wonderful country with the world,” the tycoon went on to say.
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