Jurgen Klopp criticises FIFA decision on Folarin Balogun suspension
Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has publicly condemned FIFA's move to overturn the suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun following reported political intervention.
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According to The Local, Jurgen Klopp has spoken out against FIFA following the reversal of a suspension previously issued to American striker Folarin Balogun. The former Liverpool manager stated that the sport is "our game, not theirs" in response to the controversy.
The decision to overturn the ruling reportedly followed an intervention by United States President Donald Trump. Klopp, who is currently considered a likely candidate for the position of Germany manager, expressed his frustration with the development on Monday.
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