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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reportedly called FIFA to support England's preparations before their World Cup match against Mexico, a move that contrasts with the criticism former President Donald Trump faced over FIFA's handling of US striker Folarin Balogun's red card suspension.
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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
politics
President Donald Trump said he asked FIFA to review the red card suspension of U.S. striker Folarin Balogun at the 2026 World Cup, leading to the suspension's reversal amid controversy.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 12:39 AM
world
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, 9:56 PM
world
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
world
Fifa President Gianni Infantino confirmed a call from US President Donald Trump influenced the decision to lift US forward Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of a crucial World Cup match against Belgium, sparking controversy and legal challenges.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 9:25 PM
world
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
world
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, 8:37 PM
politics
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
world
FIFA's decision to lift Folarin Balogun's red card suspension after a call from US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy and an appeal from Belgium's football federation.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 6, 2026, 7:57 AM
world
Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates-XRG secured a one-two finish on stage two in Barcelona, narrowing Jonas Vingegaard's overall lead amid challenging conditions.
ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 1:43 AM
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The Royal Belgian Football Association expresses astonishment at FIFA's decision to overturn USA striker Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, signaling a probe into all options to protect fair play.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 12:46 AM
world
Following intervention by US President Donald Trump, FIFA lifted the suspension of American striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the World Cup last 16 match against Belgium. The decision has sparked praise from the US side and outrage from Belgium’s team.
France 24 English | Jul 5, 2026, 7:38 PM
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Following France’s 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup Round of 16, a heated post-match incident occurred between France’s Kylian Mbappé and Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 12:14 PM
world
Nagelsmann steps down after Germany's unexpected loss to Paraguay, opening the door for Jurgen Klopp to potentially take over the national team.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 10:19 AM
world
Despite a ban on football coverage at Wimbledon, fans watched England’s World Cup game on their phones, briefly interrupting tennis play with cheers.
ABC Australia News | Jul 1, 2026, 11:18 PM
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As the FIFA World Cup 2026 advances into the knockout stages, Argentina's Lionel Messi and France's Kylian Mbappe are tied as top scorers, intensifying the competition for the Golden Boot.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 2:40 AM
world
The Ecuadorian Football Federation has lodged a formal complaint with World Cup organisers following a noisy disturbance by Mexican fans outside Ecuador’s hotel in Mexico City.
Al Jazeera | Jun 30, 2026, 10:22 PM