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Erling Haaland Leads Norway to Historic World Cup Quarterfinals
Haaland's late goals eliminate Brazil and set up a quarterfinal clash with England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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FIFA Suspends Folarin Balogun’s Red Card Ban After Trump’s Intervention Ahead of World Cup Clash with Belgium
FIFA’s unprecedented decision to suspend the automatic red-card ban for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun has sparked controversy ahead of the World Cup last-16 match against Belgium, following a personal appeal from former U.S. President Donald Trump.
CNA Latest News | Jul 6, 2026, 5:53 AM
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FIFA Suspends Red Card for US Soccer Star Folarin Balogun After Trump’s Request
FIFA has suspended the automatic match suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun following a review reportedly prompted by a call from former President Donald Trump.
Daily Caller | Jul 6, 2026, 5:48 AM
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Ten-Man England Triumphs Over Mexico at Azteca to Reach World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals
England secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against co-host Mexico at the Azteca Stadium despite being reduced to ten men, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals for the third consecutive tournament.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 5:11 AM
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Ten-Man England Edge Mexico 3-2 at Azteca to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals
England held off a determined Mexico comeback to secure a 3-2 victory at the Azteca Stadium, setting up a World Cup quarter-final clash with Norway.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 4:06 AM
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England Defeats Mexico 3-2 at Estadio Azteca; Norway Eliminates Brazil in World Cup 2026
In a thrilling Round of 16 match, 10-man England overcame Mexico 3-2 at high altitude in Mexico City, while Norway secured a historic 2-1 victory over five-time champions Brazil.
France 24 English | Jul 6, 2026, 3:20 AM
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FIFA Clears Folarin Balogun to Play in USA vs Belgium 2026 World Cup Round of 16 Match
Following a controversial red card, FIFA has allowed Folarin Balogun to participate in the upcoming Round of 16 match against Belgium, enabling the USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino to field his regular starting lineup.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 12:13 AM
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Belgium Challenges FIFA Decision Clearing USMNT's Folarin Balogun for World Cup Match
The Royal Belgian Football Association disputes FIFA's reversal of Folarin Balogun's suspension ahead of the Round of 16 clash in Seattle.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 11:30 PM
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US President Donald Trump Intervenes in FIFA Decision to Reverse USA Striker's Red Card Suspension
FIFA suspends the red card ban on USA striker Folarin Balogun after intervention by President Trump, sparking surprise from Belgium's football association.
CNA Latest News | Jul 5, 2026, 9:37 PM
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Folarin Balogun’s Red Card Suspension Suspended Ahead of USMNT’s World Cup Match Against Belgium
FIFA has put on hold the one-game red card suspension of U.S. soccer star Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the upcoming World Cup round of 16 match.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 5, 2026, 7:58 PM
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Trump Praises FIFA’s Reversal of Red Card for Team USA’s Folarin Balogun
FIFA overturned a red card against USA’s Folarin Balogun, preventing his suspension for the upcoming World Cup match against Belgium.
The Hill | Jul 5, 2026, 7:51 PM
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Folarin Balogun Cleared to Play Against Belgium After FIFA Suspends Red Card Sanction
USA World Cup star Folarin Balogun will participate in the Round of 16 match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his red card sanction for a probationary period.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 6:21 PM
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Asia’s World Cup Campaign Ends Without a Last-16 Spot Amid Quality Concerns
Despite sending its largest-ever contingent, no Asian team advanced to the last 16 at the 2026 World Cup, highlighting issues with individual player quality.
CNA Latest News | Jul 4, 2026, 7:39 PM
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Folarin Balogun Criticizes Referee’s Red Card After Controversial World Cup Ejection
USA’s Folarin Balogun breaks silence, calling the red card he received during the 2026 FIFA World Cup an incorrect call and suggests a yellow card would have been more appropriate.
Fox News Latest | Jul 4, 2026, 7:34 AM
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Egypt Defeats Australia on Penalties to Reach World Cup Round of 16
After a 1-1 draw in extra time, Egypt triumphed 4-2 on penalties over Australia, setting up a World Cup last-16 match against Argentina or Cape Verde.
CNA Latest News | Jul 3, 2026, 2:50 PM
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Why Folarin Balogun's World Cup Red Card Sparks Debate
A legal perspective questions the correctness of the red card given to USMNT striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Reason | Jul 3, 2026, 2:27 AM
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U.S.-Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup Match Sets Record for English-Language Soccer Broadcast
The July 2 match drew an average of 24.43 million viewers on Fox, becoming the largest English-language soccer audience in U.S. history.
Fox News Latest | Jul 3, 2026, 1:00 AM
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U.S.-Bosnia and Herzegovina World Cup Match Sets Record TV Ratings
The July 2, 2026, World Cup knockout match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina drew the largest English-language soccer broadcast audience in U.S. history.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 11:43 PM
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France Cautious Ahead of World Cup Last-16 Clash with Paraguay
Despite dominating the tournament so far, France’s Kylian Mbappe and coach Didier Deschamps emphasize the need for focus against a determined Paraguay side.
CNA Latest News | Jul 2, 2026, 7:23 PM
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US Soccer Star Folarin Balogun Suspended After Red Card in World Cup Round of 32
Folarin Balogun received a red card in the US men's national team’s win over Bosnia-Herzegovina, resulting in a one-game suspension for the upcoming match against Belgium.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 2, 2026, 6:39 PM
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FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Highlights: Portugal vs Croatia Ticket Surge and Mexico City Celebrations Turn Tragic
As Spain, Portugal, and Switzerland compete in the World Cup round of 32 across North America, ticket prices soar and celebrations in Mexico City result in fatalities.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 1:06 PM
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FIFA World Cup Round of 32 Highlights: Portugal vs Croatia Ticket Surge and Mexico City Celebrations Turn Deadly
As the World Cup knockout stage intensifies across North America, ticket prices soar for Portugal vs Croatia in Toronto, while Mexico City mourns four deaths amid celebrations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 11:22 AM
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USA World Cup Star Folarin Balogun Faces Suspension with No Appeal Option After Red Card
Weston McKennie and teammates defend Balogun following a controversial red card in the USA's win over Bosnia; FIFA confirms no appeal process exists for such suspensions.
Fox News Latest | Jul 2, 2026, 11:12 AM
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USA Advances to World Cup Last 16 with 2-0 Win Over Bosnia Despite Red Card
The United States ended a 24-year knockout-stage drought by defeating Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the San Francisco Bay Area, overcoming a red card to Folarin Balogun.
Al Jazeera | Jul 2, 2026, 5:02 AM