Masters and Webb blast FIFA over Balogun red card U-turn

Top English football officials say FIFA's decision to overturn a red card after political pressure undermines the game's integrity.

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What happened. Premier League chief Richard Masters and refereeing chief Howard Webb criticized FIFA for overturning Folarin Balogun's red card suspension after political pressure.

• Webb said the decision was 'troubling' and opened space for corruption claims.
• Masters called on FIFA to sack Infantino and questioned lack of review process.
• Balogun's red card was suspended, allowing him to play against Belgium.

“I was really troubled by it. I don't know the ins and outs of the process, but what we know is: a red card was shown.”

— Howard Webb

The controversy may prompt calls for FIFA to adopt a red card review process like the Premier League's.

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