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Neymar Retirement: Tearful Brazil legend ends international football career after FIFA World Cup 2026 exit

Neymar Retirement News: Neymar Jr. has retired from international football after Brazil's 2-1 World Cup 2026 exit against Norway. The 34-year-old forward, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, scored his final goal from the penalty spot in stoppage time. This marks the end of a celebrated era for the Selecao, who now…

The Economic Times

Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

In an unprecedented move, FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's red-card ban for the US World Cup match against Belgium, following a personal appeal from President Donald Trump to FIFA President Gianni Infantino. This decision has ignited controversy, with Belgium expressing astonishment and questioning FIFA's adherence to its own rules. The…

The Economic Times

Mexico v England: Pub-goers undeterred by delay as 5am closing time edges closer

If the match is pushed back further, pubs risk having to chuck punters out mid-game

The Independent UK

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Explained: Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red-card reversal, Trump’s phone calls and Fifa’s rationale

The surprise move deeming the US striker eligible to play came after the American president reached out to the governing body to appeal for the change

The Guardian - UK

England fans vow to wait ‘as long as it takes’ after Mexico game delay

Fifa delayed kick-off until 2am UK time after thunderstorms in Mexico City on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Norway boss tears into Fifa over ‘big mistake’ to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card at World Cup

Folarin Balogun can now play against Belgium after Fifa made the extraordinary decision to change the punishment for his red card to a suspended ban

The Independent UK

Mauricio Pochettino praises Fifa for Balogun U-turn: ‘We celebrate the decision’

The US head hailed Fifa’s shock decision to un-ban striker Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump lobbied for that outcome

The Guardian - US

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Why Is Mexico vs. England Round of 16 Match Delayed—2026 World Cup

FIFA had attempted to take steps to avoid this issue only to be shouted down by both national teams.

Sports Illustrated

Rudi Garcia hits out at 'April Fools' Folarin Balogun ruling

Belgium boss Rudi Garcia responded to Folarin Balogun's overturned ban

FourFourTwo

What is the weather forecast for England vs Mexico?

From the FourFourTwo weather studio, the latest outlook in Mexico City isn't great

FourFourTwo

England vs Mexico kick-off DELAYED as FIFA issue statement

Mexico City has been hit by lightning and thunderstorms ahead of World Cup clash

Evening Standard

Has England vs Mexico been postponed?

The latest on the World Cup round of 16 game at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City

FourFourTwo

Trump Call to FIFA Reverses Folarin Balogun Red Card Suspension to Rescue American World Cup Dream

FIFA lifted Folarin Balogun's suspension after a call from President Trump, allowing him to play in the USA's World Cup match against Belgium, sparking controversy.

International Business Times UK

How to watch Mexico vs England: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time delayed for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Three Lions face co-hosts at the Azteca

Here's how to watch Mexico vs England for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16, as Harry Kane & Co. face their biggest test yet.

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The Independent UK

Mexico v England kick-off time delayed as World Cup last 16 tie hit by ‘severe weather’

The winner of last 16 tie at the Azteca Stadium will face Norway, after their victory over Brazil in New Jersey

Evening Standard

World Cup 2026: Mauricio Pochettino reacts to Florian Balogun red card decision after FIFA intervention

The USMNT head coach was asked about US President Donald Trump’s rumoured involvement

The Independent UK

Thunderstorms arrive in Mexico City before England World Cup match

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Evening Standard

Belgium FA 'investigating all options' after FIFA controversially clear Florian Balogun to play

United States President Trump praised FIFA for “reversing a great injustice” after striker see red card suspended

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How to watch Brazil vs Norway REPLAY: Free Streams, TV Channels, FIFA World Cup 2026 highlights

Here's how to watch Brazil vs Norway for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as Vinicius Jr and Erling Haaland headline the last-16 clash.

The Independent UK

Thunderstorms delay England’s World Cup tie against Mexico

The game will kick-off at 2am UK time after the weather put back the kick-off time by an hour.

The Guardian - US

Astonished Belgium vow to ‘defend football’ after Fifa’s shock Balogun reversal

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia likened Fifa’s decision to an April Fools’ Day joke as the national federation said it would ‘investigate all potential options’

Sports Illustrated

‘Scandalous’—How Soccer World Reacted to Folarin Balogun’s Stunning World Cup Reprieve

There were three broad reactions to Balogun’s surprise availability for the U.S. against Belgium.

France 24

FIFA lifts Balogun's World Cup suspension after Trump calls Infantino

US President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino and asked him to review the World Cup suspension of US striker Folarin Balogun, a source familiar with the matter said on Sunday. FIFA later lifted Balogun's one-match ban, clearing him to face Belgium in the last 16 after his red…

The Independent UK

Donald Trump called Gianni Infantino before Fifa’s stunning decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s World Cup ban, report says

The Belgian FA reacted with ‘astonishment’ at the news that USA will be able to call upon their banned star striker for the last-16 tie

Fortune

Meet the soccer-playing humanoid robot that just delivered the game ball at the Brazil v. Norway FIFA World Cup match

Meet Atlas, the 5-foot tall humanoid robot that delivered the World Cup match ball, has 56 points of movement on its body, and learned to play soccer.

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