Why FIFA is allowing U.S. Men’s Soccer star to play after red card

USA fans cheer during a watch party at Pier 39 as the United States scores the first goal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group D match against Australia on June 19, 2026 in San Francisco, California. The United States men's national team started the tournament with a 4-1 victory over Paraguay and face Australia in their second game.

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Robin Young, Scott Tong, Indira Lakshmanan

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