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Holders Argentina overcame a 2-0 deficit to secure a 3-2 victory over Egypt and advance to the World Cup quarterfinals, extending Lionel Messi’s tournament run.
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The International Olympic Committee has ended the suspension on Russia, enabling Russian athletes to participate in the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 6:39 PM
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The IOC has ended its three-year program vetting Russian athletes for neutral status, allowing their participation in upcoming qualifying events.
NPR News | Jul 7, 2026, 6:09 PM
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Despite a contentious red card ruling and a 4-1 defeat, Belgium’s coach praised Balogun’s respectful gesture following the USA-Belgium World Cup Round of 16 match.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 5:22 PM
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The US Men's National Team's recent defeat to Belgium in Seattle recalls the 2014 World Cup loss but highlights a more nuanced trajectory of growth over the past 12 years.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 4:47 PM
world
South African police are investigating an attempted murder case after Divine Lunga's car was shot at in Hillbrow, Johannesburg. No arrests have been made.
BBC World | Jul 7, 2026, 12:10 PM
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The Supreme Court affirms the importance of biological sex in sports under Title IX but signals further legal debates ahead regarding transgender athlete protections.
The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 11:42 AM
politics
The televised debate follows the withdrawal of a third candidate, intensifying the contest for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's Senate race.
CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 11:12 AM
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Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy calls the USMNT’s performance 'embarrassing' following a 4-1 loss to Belgium that ended their World Cup run.
Daily Caller | Jul 7, 2026, 9:32 AM
world
As Egypt prepares to face Argentina in a pivotal World Cup match, the nation is united in hope and anticipation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 5:38 AM
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing the shooting of 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson by National Guard troops amid concerns over troop deployments in U.S. cities.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 7, 2026, 4:48 AM
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Belgium advances to the quarterfinals after a 4-1 victory over the USA, overshadowed by FIFA's controversial decision to suspend USA forward Folarin Balogun’s red card ban following intervention by US President Donald Trump.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 3:47 AM
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At least 43 people were killed and many others wounded in multiple shootings across the United States during the Fourth of July weekend, including incidents linked to a World Cup gathering in Los Angeles and a crowd in South Carolina.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 2:51 AM
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Maine’s Democratic party leadership and prominent figures call on Senate candidate Graham Platner to step down following sexual assault accusations.
Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 2:49 AM
world
France captain Kylian Mbappe has publicly criticized a Paraguayan lawmaker for making racist remarks.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 2:30 AM
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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.
Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 2:28 AM
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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
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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
The Portuguese captain became the only player to score in six World Cups, concluding his FIFA World Cup journey in the round of 16 defeat against Spain.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 12:36 AM
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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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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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Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo admits his last World Cup ended with a narrow loss to Spain, while the USMNT's Folarin Balogun will be available after a red card suspension was overturned.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 10:33 PM
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On the nation’s 250th Independence Day, President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered differing perspectives on America’s future. Meanwhile, the U.S. soccer team prepares to compete against Belgium in the FIFA World Cup.
NPR News | Jul 6, 2026, 8:44 PM
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As Egypt advances undefeated to the World Cup round of 16, comparisons arise between Mohamed Salah’s current squad and the celebrated but World Cup-absent ‘golden generation’ of Egyptian football.
Al Jazeera | Jul 6, 2026, 3:20 PM