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How Folarin Balogun’s Ban Lifting Has Reignited UEFA’s Feud with FIFA

Europe’s governing body has distanced itself from a handful of big decisions from FIFA this summer.

Sports Illustrated

First Thing: Iran begins long farewell to former supreme leader with calls for Trump’s death

Millions gather in streets and officials appear in public at Tehran funeral of Ali Khamenei in show of defiance. Plus, origin of mysterious ‘space balls’ in Australia revealed

The Guardian - UK

Five England stars at risk of World Cup ban ahead of Norway showdown

World Cup yellow cards are wiped again after the quarter-final stage

Evening Standard

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Trump Reportedly Called FIFA To Help Overturn The Suspension Of The U.S.'s Key Striker. It Sparked a Geopolitical Firestorm.

President Donald Trump reportedly called FIFA President Gianni Infantino to make the case that the red card suspension against the U.S.'s top striker, Folarin Balogun, should be overturned.

International Business Times

Thomas Tuchel Goes Full Bruce Lee in England World Cup Win for the Ages

A bonkers affair at the Estadio Azteca demonstrated the extremes of Thomas Tuchel’s style of management (or lack thereof).

Sports Illustrated

How many games will Jarell Quansah miss after red card against Mexico?

Defender is set for ban after last-16 dismissal

Evening Standard

England vs Norway ticket on resale for £6 million as World Cup touts seek to profit from huge demand

Resale tickets for England’s quarter-final are appearing for sky-high prices on FIFA’s official platform

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‘Our Game, Not Theirs’—Jurgen Klopp Slams Trump, FIFA Over Balogun Decision

The incoming Germany manager did not hold back with his assessment of the controversy.

Sports Illustrated

83 Times The World Cup Was Just As Funny Online As It Was On The Pitch

The 2026 World Cup has been going on since June 11. Along with providing the entire planet with entertainment via soccer games, it has also provided the world with endless content for social media. So if you’re more into scrolling than watching sports, we’ve got a list right here of…

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Fifa slammed for 'unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable' Balogun decision

BRUSSELS — The Union of European Football Associations (Uefa) has lashed out at the decision of Fédération Internationale de Football Association (Fifa) to suspend US striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban in ‌the World Cup, after US President Donald Trump called Fifa to ask it to review the case, saying world…

Bangkok Post

UEFA issue incredible statement claiming FIFA have 'crossed a red line' with Folarin Balogun ban ruling

FIFA's decision to suspend Folarin Balogun's ban has sparked massive controversy

FourFourTwo

Why reports Trump pressed FIFA to overturn a decision are so alarming

United States star striker Folarin Balogun will join the US men’s national team on Monday night (Tuesday morning AEST) as they face Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

The Conversation

Could Jarell Quansah's red card be suspended after shock Folarin Balogun decision?

England given fresh hope ahead of World Cup quarter-final clash after FIFA controversy

Evening Standard

Uefa lashes out at Fifa over ‘incomprehensible’ Folarin Balogun ruling

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World Cup fury after Donald Trump allegedly personally pressured FIFA to overturn Balogun match ban decision

"Unprecedented, incomprehensible and unjustifiable"

The Independent UK

Ex-Fifa president slams decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s ban

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The Independent UK

Uefa claims Fifa ‘crossed a red line’ after ‘unjustifiable’ decision to lift Folarin Balogun’s ban

Uefa has hit out at Fifa’s decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban

Sports Illustrated

FIFA Reject Belgium’s Appeal Against Folarin Balogun Ban Reversal

It’s been a whirlwind 24 hours after the USMNT’s one-match ban was suspended for 12 months.

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Evening Standard

UEFA issues stunning statement as Folarin Balogun sees World Cup ban suspended

USMNT are set to have their star striker back for last-16 clash with Belgium

The Guardian - UK

Uefa accuses Fifa of ‘crossing a red line’ over lifting of Folarin Balogun’s red card ban

Uefa has hit out at Fifa’s decision to lift the USA striker Folarin Balogun’s one-game suspension for Monday’s last-16 tie with Belgium

The Independent UK

When do yellow cards reset at the World Cup? All the England players on bookings before Norway game

England must be very careful if they are to have certain key players available, should they get past Norway in the quarter-finals

The National (Scotland)

UEFA says ‘red line’ crossed by FIFA’s decision to reverse Balogun World Cup ban

The Independent UK

Sepp Blatter accuses Fifa of bowing to political pressure over Folarin Balogun red card decision

Sepp Blatter has hit out at the decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s one-match ban

The Independent UK

A ‘lose-lose’ situation? Americans fear Trump’s red card interference on Folarin Balogun could ruin World Cup run

Donald Trump thanked FIFA for ‘reversing a great injustice’ by suspending star striker’s ban but others fear decision could tarnish Mauricio Pochettino’s side’s impressive campaign

France 24

Belgium granted right to appeal FIFA's Balogun decision

Belgium have been granted the right to appeal FIFA's decision to overturn US striker Folarin Balogun's suspension, The Athletic reported on Monday, which reportedly took place after an intervention from US President Donald Trump.

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