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Fifa’s plan to expand football funding through private investment sparks strong backlash from European football’s governing body Uefa.
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French footballer Kylian Mbappe responds to racist jabs from Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla following Paraguay’s loss to France in the World Cup round of 16.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 3:12 PM
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French footballer Kylian Mbappe responds to racist comments from Paraguay’s Celeste Amarilla following their World Cup round of 16 match.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 2:56 PM
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French footballer Kylian Mbappe responds to racist comments made by Paraguay’s Celeste Amarilla after France’s World Cup victory.
Al Jazeera | Jul 7, 2026, 2:28 PM
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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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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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FIFA's decision to suspend the red card ban for U.S. star Folarin Balogun sparked controversy, with UEFA criticizing the move and former FIFA president Sepp Blatter questioning the organization's integrity amid political intervention claims.
Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 11:18 AM
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Gianni Infantino defends the recent World Cup, addressing criticism and controversies including visa issues for Iran and a disciplinary decision involving US player Folarin Balogun.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 27, 2026, 12:26 PM
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Gianni Infantino urges critics to focus on football rather than spreading negativity, addressing controversies including political tensions and officiating disputes during the 2026 World Cup.
BBC World | Jul 27, 2026, 9:00 AM
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Following the 2026 World Cup, FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces criticism from football leaders over his management and plans to expand the tournament.
Africanews | Jul 23, 2026, 11:25 AM
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Following the 2026 World Cup, discussions focus on how expanding the tournament to 64 teams could enhance the sport's global appeal and financial success.
Reason | Jul 21, 2026, 5:31 PM
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Aleksander Ceferin skipped the final match citing disagreements on disciplinary actions, refereeing logistics, and geopolitical concerns during the tournament held in the United States.
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Following Argentina's World Cup semi-final win over England, Fifa is evaluating potential disciplinary action after players displayed a banner supporting Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands.
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Richard Epstein suggests revising soccer’s yellow and red card rules, adjusting scoring for penalty kicks, and altering overtime play to address perceived flaws in FIFA’s regulations.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 2:57 AM
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal kicks off with France facing Spain in Dallas, while FIFA President Gianni Infantino signals potential expansion of the tournament to 64 teams in 2030.
Al Jazeera | Jul 14, 2026, 10:32 AM
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirms the possibility of increasing the men's World Cup to 64 teams for the 2030 tournament, with the proposal set for review after the 2026 event.
Al Jazeera | Jul 13, 2026, 12:45 PM
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European football giants France and Spain face off in the highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal at Dallas Stadium, featuring stars Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal.
Al Jazeera | Jul 12, 2026, 11:18 AM
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Following Colombia's World Cup exit, the federation condemns threats against midfielder Jaminton Campaz and urges authorities to act, recalling the 1994 tragedy of Andres Escobar.
Fox News Latest | Jul 11, 2026, 5:41 PM
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Following Morocco's 2-0 defeat by France in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals, riot police clashed with crowds on Edgware Road in northwest London.
Fox News Latest | Jul 10, 2026, 2:06 AM
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European lawmakers call FIFA’s decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension a 'disgrace' and question potential influence from US President Donald Trump.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 10:35 AM
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The 48-team FIFA World Cup 2026 has reached the quarterfinal stage, featuring matches in Boston, Los Angeles, and Miami.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 9:20 AM
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Kylian Mbappe leads France into a quarterfinal clash against Morocco, revisiting their 2022 World Cup semifinal encounter.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 6:12 AM
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FIFA launches investigation after social media influencer IShowSpeed was targeted with racist remarks during the Argentina vs Cape Verde match in Miami.
Al Jazeera | Jul 8, 2026, 4:29 AM
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FIFA's reversal of United States striker Folarin Balogun's suspension following a call from US President Donald Trump has sparked debate over political influence and the independence of football's governing bodies during the World Cup.
Africanews | Jul 7, 2026, 12:13 PM