Two USMNT staff members were suspended by FIFA for game vs Belgium—Why were Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell
- Posted on July 8, 2026
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Two USMNT staff members were suspended by FIFA for game vs Belgium—Why were Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell
USMNT FIFA staff suspension: Two United States Soccer Federation staff members faced FIFA suspensions before a key match. Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell were suspended for violating match protocols. These suspensions reportedly stemmed from an earlier game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. FIFA has not publicly explained the disciplinary actions taken against the officials. Fans expressed frustration over FIFA's lack of transparency regarding the suspensions.
