Internet jokes about Trump's involvement in resolving Balogun's red card case

In July 2026, Donald Trump drew attention to Folarin Balogun's red card, calling it unjust. Trump tweeted that it wasn't a foul but two players running into each other at full speed and asked FIFA to review the decision.

This isn't the first contact between Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino – in August 2018, Infantino taught Trump about yellow and red cards. Now, Trump used his influence to get involved, sparking immediate internet jokes.

Social media users shared AI-generated videos, including one where a student is expelled but the principal is his dad, and another featuring a “Trump card” that always wins. Memes played on Trump's “You're fired!” catchphrase, adapting it to football.

Overall, the incident provided humor about Trump's foray into football rules, though no official FIFA review has been announced.