FIFA suspends USA top scorer Folarin Balogun's ban, clears him for World Cup clash with Belgium

World soccer governing body FIFA has suspended the ban on United States top scorer Folarin Balogun, clearing him to play in the team's upcoming World Cup match against Belgium.

The decision overturns a previous disciplinary action that had sidelined Balogun for the crucial fixture. FIFA's ruling committee reviewed the case and determined that the suspension should be lifted.

Balogun, who leads the U.S. national team in scoring, will now be available for selection when the Americans face Belgium in the knockout stage. The match is scheduled to take place later this week.

The U.S. Soccer Federation had appealed the initial ban, arguing that the circumstances did not warrant such a penalty. FIFA's decision comes as a relief for the team, which relies heavily on Balogun's offensive contributions.