Belgium players appeared to mock U.S. President Donald Trump and FIFA following their dominant 4-1 victory over the co-hosts USA in the World Cup knockout stage. The controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun's overturned red card, influenced by Trump's alleged personal request to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, had dominated headlines before the match.

Following the commanding win that secured a quarter-final berth against Spain, several Belgian players mimicked Trump's signature dance moves. The team's official social media account also posted "Overturn this" in response to Balogun's successful appeal, a clear jab at both the US President and FIFA. Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin stated the squad felt a "sense of injustice" and was motivated to respond on the field.

FIFA President Infantino has defended the independence of FIFA's disciplinary committee, despite UEFA calling the decision to allow Balogun to play a "red line." Infantino faces calls for resignation but is expected to win re-election. USA coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed disappointment that politics overshadowed the tournament, though his players largely dismissed the controversy as external noise.