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SEATTLE (AP) \u2014 The Belgian soccer federation is demanding explanation from FIFA about a decision to let US forward Folarin Balogun play at the World Cup despite getting a red card in his previous game.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Belgium takes on the United States later Monday for a spot in the quarterfinals.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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The Belgian federation said it has still not received either \u201cFIFA\u2019s decision or any explanation regarding this matter. In these circumstances, it has no choice but to challenge the player\u2019s eligibility for the upcoming match.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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