US Soccer Team's FIFA World Cup Controversy Sparks Outrage from Top US Official In a surprising display of sportsmanship, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has publicly criticized the handling of a crucial match in the FIFA World Cup. During a visit to the White House, Rubio expressed his support for the US men's national soccer team (USMNT) after their recent victory, but his comments quickly turned to the controversy surrounding a red card given to striker Folarin Balogun. Rubio's blunt statement, "They got screwed with that red," suggests a strong sense of frustration with the referees' decision, which many believe cost the team a significant advantage. As the USMNT advances in the tournament, the focus is now on the impact of this disputed call and whether it will be reviewed further.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday that the U.S. men’s national soccer team (USMNT) “got screwed” at the FIFA World Cup when a red card was given to striker Folarin Balogun. “It was great,” Rubio said when asked about the U.S. soccer team's win last night at the White House. “They got screwed with that red...
