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Belgium have just two words to say after demolishing the United States as Donald Trump admits match interference

"Thank you for putting corruption in its place."

We Got This Covered

So it’s Trump 1, Belgium 4 – and the world rejoices. Nothing like failed chicanery to bring us together, is there?

Joy is unbounded and when it dies down perhaps the guilty will be held to account for cheating and facilitation: perhaps they won’t. Still, enjoy the moment, says Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

The Guardian - UK

‘Overturn this’: Belgium mocks Donald Trump and FIFA with dance and post after victory against US

Belgium has ended the USA’s World Cup campaign, with many taking great joy in the host nation’s humiliating 4-1 defeat following the controversy over FIFA’s decision to suspend a US red card prior to the game.

Euronews

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Fifa accuses Uefa of hypocrisy in latest war of words over Folarin Balogun decision

Fifa has hit back at Uefa over the lifting of the USA striker Folarin Balogun’s suspension, saying the move was ‘nothing new in the modern game’

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino’s Trumpification of Fifa will have repercussions well beyond this stained World Cup

COMMENT: Donald Trump’s intervention in the Folarin Balogun furore has opened the Fifa president to his most fierce criticism yet, writes Miguel Delaney, and may pave the way for more bitter ‘lawfare’ in football

The Independent UK

Belgium manager reveals what he told Folarin Balogun after win over USA: ‘It’s not his fault’

Balogun was permitted to play the World Cup round of 16 clash after his ban was suspended by Fifa

The Independent UK

Did FIFA Follow Its Own Rules? UEFA and Belgium Challenge Balogun Red Card Reversal

FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension has sparked debate over the application of disciplinary rules, with UEFA and Belgium questioning the transparency and consistency of the process.

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World Cup 2026: USA bounced out by Belgium after Balogun furore; backlash against Fifa builds – as it happened

The fallout from USA’s defeat to Belgium gathered pace, with criticism of Fifa growing

The Guardian - UK

Growing calls for Fifa boss to quit over Trump red card scandal

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The Independent UK

Trump’s request for a review of Folarin Balogun's red card has become a global test of FIFA's political neutrality

The U.S. striker’s red-card ban was suspended after President Trump personally asked FIFA president Gianni Infantino for a review.

Fortune

'Overturn this': Belgium players mock Donald Trump as USA dumped out of World Cup

Belgium took delight in knocking out the co-hosts with a thumping 4-1 win

Evening Standard

Fifa president Gianni Infantino faces calls to resign as Gary Lineker joins backlash to World Cup controversy

Infantino heavily criticised for overturning Folarin Balogun’s suspension after apparent interference from Trump

The Independent UK

Fifa defends referee as Trump intervention sparks integrity storm

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The Independent UK

De Ketelaere shines as Belgium trump US to advance to World Cup quarter-finals

Charles de Ketelaere scored twice as Belgium swept past the United States 4-1 on Monday night to reach the last eight at the World Cup.

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The Guardian - US

‘It had no impact’: USMNT insist Balogun political circus did not affect World Cup exit

The US had big problems in their last-16 defeat, but Mauricio Pochettino and his team said that the discourse around the red-card ban reversal wasn’t one of them

FourFourTwo

Could Erling Haaland have played for England?

Since the Norwegian star was actually born in Leeds, it’s wild to imagine an alternate reality where Haaland is wearing an England shirt and leading the attack for the Three Lions

Euronews

USA's Balogun has little impact as Belgium soars into World Cup quarterfinals against Spain

USA star forward Folarin Balogun, whose one-game red-card suspension was controversially lifted by FIFA, ultimately played a forgettable role in the 4-1 loss against Belgium. Earlier, Spain took out Portugal 1-0.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 match: Belgium beats US 4-1 behind Charles De Ketelaere's brace

USA vs Belgium: Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted once as Belgium defeated the United States 4-1. The Red Devils advanced to the quarterfinals after a convincing performance against the co-hosts. Belgium took a 2-1 halftime lead and extended it with a second-half goal. The U.S. goalkeeper's misplay led…

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The Independent UK

That’s bad karma for you, Mr President, as United States crash out of World Cup to defiant Belgium

United States 1-4 Belgium: After all the pre-match shenanigans, an anonymous Folarin Balogun was outshone by Belgium striker Charles De Ketelaere, who scored twice, as poetic justice was a dish best served cold in Seattle

The Independent UK

After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss

Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on the world of soccer, but he ultimately played a forgettable role in the Americans’ 4-1 loss in the World Cup round of 16

France 24

Belgium thump ragged USA to end co-hosts' World Cup dream and set up Spain clash

Charles De Ketalaere scored twice as Belgium brought the United States' World Cup party to a shattering halt on Monday, thrashing the tournament co-hosts 4-1 to set up a quarter-final showdown with Spain. The buildup to the match was overshadowed by a row over US President Donald Trump's extraordinary intervention…

The Guardian - US

Ragged USA crash out of World Cup with last-16 defeat to Belgium

The United States are out of the World Cup after Belgium eliminated the co-hosts in the last 16 at Seattle Stadium on Monday night

The Independent UK

Fifa backs referee called ‘suspect’ by Trump after Folarin Balogun ban wiped

Balogun’s red card against Bosnia and Herzegovina was suspended by Fifa after Trump contacted Gianni Infantino to call for a review

International Business Times UK

Belgium v USA: FIFA Says Belgium Has No Right to Appeal Balogun's Eligibility

FIFA has rejected Belgium's appeal against US forward Folarin Balogun's eligibility, allowing him to play in the World Cup round-of-16 match despite a previous red card suspension.

Sports Illustrated

Every Celebrity Spotted at USMNT vs. Belgium—World Cup Round of 16

Stars from a number of sports and even one aging rocker were in attendance at Lumen Field on Monday.

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