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Trump calls FIFA, Balogun plays: The USA striker is back for Belgium clash after presidential intervention
Star forward Folarin Balogun will start for the United States against Belgium today. FIFA rejected a European appeal, allowing Balogun to play after a red card incident. This controversial decision has sparked global backlash and protests from furious Belgian supporters. The United States team seeks a historic knockout-stage victory in this crucial match. The winner…
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Mikel Merino strikes late As Spain edge past Portugal and Ronaldo to reach WC quarter-finals
Spain edged past Portugal with a crucial one-nil win in a gripping World Cup encounter. Mikel Merino struck the decisive goal in stoppage time, leaving Portugal eliminated and signaling the end of Cristiano Ronaldo’s illustrious World Cup journey. Unai Simon’s outstanding performance as goalkeeper kept Spain’s net intact, propelling La Roja into the quarterfinals for…
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‘Spineless’: Zlatan Ibrahimović slammed after backing FIFA’s controversial Folarin Balogun decision
Zlatan Ibrahimović has sparked backlash after backing FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban, allowing the USA striker to face Belgium. While Thierry Henry agreed the red card was harsh, he questioned the timing of FIFA’s ruling. Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Ian Wright condemned the decision, with Belgium also considering legal…
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‘Made right decision’: Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review Balogun decision
US President Donald Trump said he personally asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card and one-match suspension handed to Team USA striker Folarin Balogun, a move that has sparked major controversy at the FIFA World Cup, according to CNN.
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Sanju Samson out of India squad; Ashok Sharma earns maiden call-up for Zimbabwe tour
Sanju Samson misses out on India’s T20I squad for Zimbabwe due to a slump in form, having struggled in recent outings. Shreyas Iyer will lead the 15-member team, which includes a maiden call-up for pacer Ashok Sharma and retains young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Meanwhile, Shivam Dube has been added to the ODI squad as a replacement.
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How close is Joe Root to Sachin Tendulkar’s Test record? A numbers breakdown
Joe Root now stands second on the all-time Test run charts with 14,114 runs, leaving him 1,807 short of Sachin Tendulkar’s record. Plenty of batters have climbed into the conversation over the last decade before fading away. The difference this time isn’t just the gap. It’s where Root is in his career.
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Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha reportedly in line to become Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami teammate
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has reportedly emerged as an Inter Miami target after starring at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The 40-year-old free agent impressed with a series of standout performances, including against Lionel Messi’s Argentina, attracting interest from David Beckham’s MLS club as well as Brazilian sides. A move would see him become Messi’s…
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UK MP urges FIFA to delay Eng player’s red-card suspension amid Balogun row
Quansah was sent off in the second half of England’s round-of-16 match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca after a sliding tackle on Jesus Gallardo. England were leading 2-1 at the time, with Jude Bellingham scoring both first-half goals.
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‘Crossed red line’: UEFA blasts FIFA over Balogun suspension after Trump intervention
UEFA has slammed FIFA’s decision to allow US forward Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium despite a red card, calling it “incomprehensible” and a “red line” crossed. Balogun’s one-game ban was surprisingly suspended by FIFA, a move that has drawn outrage from Belgium and criticism from UEFA for undermining the “integrity” of the competition.
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What Donald Trump said to FIFA chief about Balogun’s red card – Full conversation
US President Donald Trump confirmed his call to FIFA president Gianni Infantino. He asked Infantino to review Folarin Balogun’s red card and suspension. FIFA later lifted the suspension, allowing Balogun to play. This decision sparked praise from Trump and outrage from Belgium. The suspension reversal was an extraordinary move in World Cup history.
