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Scottish lawyer warns FIFA red card row may bring Infantino down and haunt World Cup

FIFA’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's ban will have implications for the World Cup and the governing body's under-fire president…

The National (Scotland)

Why Gianni Infantino's actions should give anyone who loves football the boak

Why the actions of Gianni Infantino and Fifa in capitulating to Donald Trump over Folarin Balogun's suspension will be what this World Cup is…

The National (Scotland)

Two USMNT staff members were suspended by FIFA for game vs Belgium—Why were Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell banned ahead of the World Cup Round of 16?

USMNT FIFA staff suspension: Two United States Soccer Federation staff members faced FIFA suspensions before a key match. Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell were suspended for violating match protocols. These suspensions reportedly stemmed from an earlier game against Bosnia-Herzegovina. FIFA has not publicly explained the disciplinary actions taken against the…

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Will England red card for Jarell Quansah be overturned?

The floodgates have burst open with Donald Trump’s intervention for Folarin Balogun’s red card

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Reason Why FIFA Suspended Two United States Staff Members Before the Belgium Match Explained

FIFA suspended two senior US staff members before their World Cup match against Belgium, citing a breach of match protocols. The suspensions were unrelated to Folarin Balogun's red card appeal.

International Business Times UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches? Argentina, Spain and Belgium book quarterfinal spots

Argentina secured a thrilling comeback win against Egypt to advance. Spain narrowly defeated Portugal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey. Belgium decisively beat the United States with a strong performance. These victories propelled Argentina, Spain, and Belgium into the quarterfinals. The teams will now prepare for their next challenging matches.

The Economic Times

FIFA suspended two US men's national team staffers for Belgium game

FIFA suspended two U.S. men's national team staff members before Monday's match. Team manager Sam Zapatka and security vice president Frank Pannell faced sanctions. These suspensions were reportedly for violating FIFA match protocols and unauthorized access. The U.S. Soccer Federation did not specify the exact reason for the punishments. The…

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EU lawmakers call for investigation of FIFA boss over Trump contact before US-Belgium match

European lawmakers are rallying to investigate FIFA boss Gianni Infantino

The Independent UK

'Resign Now!' Gianni Infantino Under Fire as FIFA Boss Labeled a 'Disgrace'

Gianni Infantino faces growing resignation calls after FIFA overturned Folarin Balogun's red card, with Donald Trump's phone call fuelling outrage across world football.

International Business Times UK

How Trump’s call to FIFA tested the limits of rules-based order

“All I did was ask for a review because I didn’t think it was a foul,” United States President Donald Trump said this week in front of reporters in the Oval Office. He was explaining why he had personally called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ask that a red card…

The Conversation

Thierry Henry clashes with Fox Sports pundit Alexi Lalas during intense Balogun red card debate

The Fox Sport pundits disagreed over Fifa’s handling of Folarin Balogun’s suspension after a red card against Bosnia, with President Donald Trump intervening

The Independent UK

All the presidents’ meddling: the Balogun scandal shows how Fifa can break football

The suspension of the USA striker’s red card after Trump’s intervention has shown what Gianni Infantino’s organisation is trying to turn the sport into: scripted entertainment

The Guardian - UK

Belgium Taunts USMNT, President Donald Trump With Brutal Social Media Post

There was no shortage of controversy surrounding the USMNT’s hefty defeat to Belgium.

Sports Illustrated

Mauricio Pochettino Gives Blunt Review of Humbling USMNT Defeat, Addresses Own Future

The United States is out of the 2026 World Cup after losing to Belgium.

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The Times of India

Belgium's answer to Trump's interference: A 4-1 pasting of US

Belgium decisively defeated the United States with a 4-1 score in a World Cup match. Belgian players celebrated their victory by mocking President Trump's signature dance moves. This win advanced Belgium to the quarterfinals, ending the United States' tournament run. The match became entangled in political debate over presidential influence…

Evening Standard

Will FIFA president Gianni Infantino be forced to resign after World Cup controversy?

FIFA boss under fire after Folarin Balogun’s red card ban was suspended

Sports Illustrated

England Receives Huge Injury Boost for World Cup Quarterfinal vs. Norway

The Three Lions are hoping to have their right back woes alleviated in Miami.

Reason

The U.S. Could Eventually Win a Men's World Cup—With Enough Immigration and Capitalism

Plus: Should Folarin Balogun have been allowed to play? The simple fix for red card suspensions.

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International Business Times UK

Inside the 'Diaper' Speculation: Why an Insider's Unverified Claims are Haunting Donald Trump's Latest Flight

Donald Trump faced online ridicule after boarding a Qatari-gifted Air Force One following the US World Cup loss, with social media reviving unverified claims about his health and appearance.

International Business Times UK

'Everything Trump Touches Dies': Furious Reactions as POTUS' Curse Blamed For USMNT World Cup Exit Against Belgium

USMNT supporters blame President Trump for their World Cup exit after a 4-1 defeat by Belgium, citing his controversial intervention with FIFA as a 'Trump curse'.

Reason

Trump's World Cup Intervention Shows His Sore Loser Philosophy

In sports as in foreign policy, he treats cheating as a virtue. And it doesn’t even work.

Bored Panda

After Donald Trump’s FIFA Intervention Backfired, All The Ways Belgium Trolled The US After World Cup Exit

Here are all the ways Belgium appeared to mock the United States after its "embarrassing" 2026 World Cup exit.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | U.S. Eliminated From World Cup With Nightmare Loss to Belgium

The co-hosts never stood a chance in a sloppy match that prematurely ended their tournament.

The Independent UK

Why World Cup exit showed the limits to the USA’s power – on and off the pitch

WORLD CUP 2026: Hit by a political wrecking ball ahead of their round of 16 encounter with Belgium, even a helping hand from President Trump could not take the USA into the quarter-finals. Richard Jolly examines what comes next for Mauricio Pochettino and his side

The Independent UK

Jimmy Kimmel stand-in delivers savage dig at Trump over World Cup interference

Kimmel’s show is seeing a variety of guest hosts during his two-month summer break

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