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Belgium Defeats USA 4-1 to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals
Belgium secured a decisive 4-1 victory over co-host USA in Seattle, ending the United States' run in the 2026 World Cup.
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FIFA Defends Referee Raphael Claus After Criticism from Donald Trump
FIFA supports Brazilian referee Raphael Claus following U.S. President Donald Trump's comments questioning his integrity over a red card decision at the World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 1:28 AM
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Belgium Defeats US 4-1 in World Cup Round of 16 Amid Balogun Suspension Controversy
Folarin Balogun’s suspension was lifted after a phone call from President Trump to FIFA, sparking debate as Belgium won decisively in the World Cup round of 16.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 1:23 AM
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Trump Challenges Red Card Suspension of U.S. Soccer Star, Seeks FIFA Review
President Trump said he witnessed the World Cup incident involving Folarin Balogun and contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino to request a review of the red card suspension.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 12:29 AM
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Trump Challenges Red Card Suspension of U.S. Soccer Star Balogun, Contacts FIFA President
President Trump said he reviewed the play that led to Folarin Balogun's red card and requested FIFA to reconsider the suspension.
CBS Politics | Jul 6, 2026, 11:42 PM
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Fifa and Trump Defend Lifting of Balogun Suspension Amid World Cup Integrity Concerns
Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed a call from US President Donald Trump influenced the decision to clear US forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 9:44 PM
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Fifa and Trump Defend Lifting of Balogun Suspension Amid World Cup Integrity Concerns
Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed a call from US President Donald Trump influenced the decision to clear US forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 9:08 PM
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Trump Requests Review of Folarin Balogun’s World Cup Red Card in Call with FIFA President
President Trump discussed the controversial red card issued to Folarin Balogun during the World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina and urged FIFA to reconsider the decision.
NBC Politics | Jul 6, 2026, 7:40 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino Addresses Trump Call Over USA World Cup Star Folarin Balogun’s Red Card
Gianni Infantino confirms a call from President Donald Trump regarding the red card decision on USA’s Folarin Balogun, emphasizing FIFA’s judicial independence.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 6:36 PM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino Addresses Trump Call Regarding USA World Cup Star Folarin Balogun
Gianni Infantino confirms a call from Donald Trump about the red card incident involving Folarin Balogun but emphasizes FIFA's judicial independence.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 6:18 PM
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Trump’s Call to FIFA Spurs Review That Overturned Balogun’s Red Card, Sparking Controversy
President Trump’s intervention in FIFA’s disciplinary decision on U.S. striker Folarin Balogun’s red card has drawn criticism from European officials and former FIFA President Sepp Blatter, raising questions about political influence in soccer governance.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 5:18 PM
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Donald Trump Intervenes to Keep Folarin Balogun Eligible for U.S. World Cup Match
Following a controversial red card suspension, former President Donald Trump reportedly lobbied FIFA to allow American-born soccer star Folarin Balogun to play in a crucial World Cup match against Belgium.
Reason | Jul 6, 2026, 5:00 PM
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Trump Confirms Call to FIFA Over US Striker’s Red Card Amid Controversy
President Donald Trump acknowledged contacting FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to US striker Folarin Balogun, sparking debate ahead of the US-Belgium quarterfinal match.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 4:31 PM
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US President Trump Backs FIFA's Reversal of Folarin Balogun's Red Card
Donald Trump publicly supports FIFA's decision to overturn the red card suspension of footballer Folarin Balogun.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 4:26 PM
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Team USA Faces Belgium in 2026 World Cup Round of 16 with Folarin Balogun Reinstated
Following FIFA's controversial decision to lift the suspension on American striker Folarin Balogun, Team USA prepares to host Belgium at Lumen Field in Seattle aiming to advance to the quarterfinals.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 4:10 PM
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UEFA Condemns FIFA's Suspension of US Striker Balogun's World Cup Red Card Following Trump Intervention
FIFA's decision to allow US striker Folarin Balogun to play after a red card suspension was lifted following US President Donald Trump's intervention has drawn sharp criticism from UEFA and football figures ahead of the US-Belgium quarterfinal match.
ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:57 PM
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Trump Criticizes FIFA Referee Over Red Card to U.S. Soccer Star Balogun
President Trump questions the integrity of FIFA referee Raphael Claus following a controversial red card decision against U.S. player Folarin Balogun during the World Cup.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 3:36 PM
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Trump Calls for FIFA Review of Folarin Balogun’s Red Card at World Cup
Former President Donald Trump criticized the referee's decision to issue a red card to USA star Folarin Balogun and requested FIFA to reconsider the suspension ahead of the Belgium World Cup match.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 3:17 PM
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USMNT to Face Belgium in World Cup Round of 16 with Balogun Eligible After Suspension Lifted
FIFA has suspended the one-game ban on US striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium in the 2026 World Cup round of 16.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 6, 2026, 3:08 PM
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Trump’s Inquiry into Folarin Balogun’s Red Card Spurs World Cup Controversy
FIFA reverses Team USA player Balogun’s red card after President Trump’s inquiry, sparking criticism from Belgium and soccer officials ahead of the World Cup round of 16.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 1:34 PM
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UEFA Criticizes FIFA for Reversing Folarin Balogun Suspension Following Trump Call
The European soccer organization condemns FIFA's decision to lift a one-game suspension for the Team USA player after intervention by President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:55 PM
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Controversy Surrounds USA vs Belgium World Cup Last 16 Match Following Trump Lobbying
US President Donald Trump’s intervention with FIFA over a disciplinary case has sparked debate ahead of the USA vs Belgium Round of 16 match at the 2026 World Cup.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 12:48 PM
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Abdul El-Sayed Leads Michigan Democratic Primary as Mallory McMorrow Withdraws; Paul Pelosi Faces Hit-and-Run Charges
Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed becomes frontrunner in Michigan Democratic primary after Mallory McMorrow drops out. Meanwhile, Paul Pelosi is under investigation for a hit-and-run incident in California.
Guardian US | Jul 6, 2026, 12:20 PM
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ESPN Writer Criticizes FIFA's Decision to Clear Folarin Balogun for USMNT Ahead of World Cup Match
An ESPN senior writer argues that FIFA's reversal on Folarin Balogun's red card suspension undermines the credibility of the World Cup and negatively impacts Team USA.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 12:07 PM