Norway requests FIFA investigation into red card for Balogun

The NFF decided to submit two formal requests to the Ethics Committee and the Governance Committee of FIFA to investigate the red card revoked for Folarin Balogun during the 2026 World Cup, the FFE project, and the peace award granted to Donald Trump. These requests aim to clarify whether there was undue influence in key decisions of world football.

Investigation Requests to FIFA

Lise Klaveness, president of the NFF, emphasizes the importance of investigating whether the conduct of Gianni Infantino and other officials violated the FIFA Code of Ethics. It is questioned whether FIFA's governance and internal controls functioned correctly in these cases relevant to world football.

Transparency and Accountability

The NFF seeks FIFA to ensure transparency, accountability, and, if faults are detected, take corrective actions. Political neutrality in awarding the peace prize, independence in disciplinary processes like Balogun's, and consulting members on the FFE project are key aspects to investigate.

Importance of Trust in Institutions

Klaveness emphasizes the need to establish facts and ensure that FIFA's standards are upheld. Trust in football institutions is crucial, so in the face of serious questions, an independent and transparent investigation is required to maintain the sport's integrity.

The NFF's complaint aligns with reports suggesting that FIFA should have excluded the Democratic Republic of the Congo from the World Cup due to Lionel Mpasi's ineligibility, highlighting the importance of safeguarding integrity and transparency in international football.

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