

Did a controversial red card just dash the USA’s World Cup dreams?
On a monumental night for Mauricio Pochettino and the Guys, the USMNT’s first World Cup knockout win in 24 years was overshadowed by a controversial red card for star striker Folarin Balogun. Brendan Hunt and Rebecca Lowe break down the shocking decision, rant about the referee, and debate whether Balogun’s absence…
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