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Infantino attacked for trying to create World Cup narrative, says analyst
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Infantino attacked for trying to create World Cup narrative, says analyst

Dishonest arguments and an attempt to whitewash reality. FIFA President Gianni Infantino's attack on World Cup critics is being dismissed
Infantino attacks World Cup critics, accuses them of spreading hatred
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Infantino attacks World Cup critics, accuses them of spreading hatred

In a 15-page Instagram post, Gianni Infantino, president of the International Football Federation (FIFA), attacks critics of this summer's World Cup, accusing them of spreading hatred and false rumors instead of celebrating the tournament.
Norway’s football chief criticizes FIFA over Balogun ban reversal: Should never have happened
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Norway’s football chief criticizes FIFA over Balogun ban reversal: Should never have happened

Norwegian Football Association (NFF) president Lise Klaveness is preparing a complaint to FIFA's ethics committee over the lifting of Folarin Balogun's World Cup ban. "First of all, it should never have happened," Klaveness told The Times
Bryson DeChambeau reportedly wanted to call Donald Trump after British Open penalty strokes
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Bryson DeChambeau reportedly wanted to call Donald Trump after British Open penalty strokes

When American golfer Bryson DeChambeau was given two penalty strokes at the British Open, he reportedly wanted to seek help from US President Donald Trump, according to reports.
What happened at the 2026 World Cup: from visa row to Trump phone call and Norway's run to the quarter-finals
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What happened at the 2026 World Cup: from visa row to Trump phone call and Norway's run to the quarter-finals

A top referee who was not allowed into the United States, a Norwegian national team that made it all the way to the quarterfinals and the day Donald Trump made a famous phone call to FIFA. This happened during the six intense weeks of the World Cup
Why conspiracy theories flourish during the World Cup
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Why conspiracy theories flourish during the World Cup

Low trust in FIFA combined with supporters' high emotional state. That can make the World Cup a breeding ground for conspiracy theories
Trump’s ties put FIFA chief Gianni Infantino under pressure ahead of World Cup
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Trump’s ties put FIFA chief Gianni Infantino under pressure ahead of World Cup

A peace prize and the World Cup trophy on parade in the White House. Despite a charm offensive toward Donald Trump, the road to the World Cup in the United States has not been painless for FIFA president Gianni Infantino
FIFA disciplinary chief reportedly made Balogun suspension decision alone
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FIFA disciplinary chief reportedly made Balogun suspension decision alone

FIFA's disciplinary committee has lifted Folarin Balogun's suspension. Now, reports are emerging that the committee's chairman made the controversial decision entirely on his own
World Cup quarter-final preview: Can Spain’s unbeaten run continue against Belgium?
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World Cup quarter-final preview: Can Spain’s unbeaten run continue against Belgium?

Reigning European champions Spain have not conceded a single goal at the World Cup. Belgium are coming off an impressive victory in a chaotic round-of-16 clash with the USA
World Cup guide: Can Spain's unbeaten defense stop Belgium?
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World Cup guide: Can Spain's unbeaten defense stop Belgium?

Reigning European champions Spain have not conceded a single goal at the World Cup. Belgium are coming off an impressive victory in a chaotic clash with the USA
Infantino reported to IOC ethics council over political neutrality breach claims after World Cup move
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Infantino reported to IOC ethics council over political neutrality breach claims after World Cup move

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been reported to the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) ethics council for alleged violations of political neutrality rules after his World Cup move involving Folarin Balogun, a human rights group said.
Bodström frustrated after being left out of FIFA Balogun appeal case
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Bodström frustrated after being left out of FIFA Balogun appeal case

Thomas Bodström had hoped to be involved in the case of Folarin Balogun's alleged suspension. But the phone stayed silent
Pochettino: Balogun suspension row was no excuse for USA World Cup loss to Belgium
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Pochettino: Balogun suspension row was no excuse for USA World Cup loss to Belgium

United States national team coach Mauricio Pochettino does not believe the controversy surrounding Folarin Balogun’s alleged suspension affected the team in the round of 16 loss to Belgium at the World Cup.
Belgium routs USA 4-1 to reach World Cup quarter-finals, taunt with Cancel this message
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Belgium routs USA 4-1 to reach World Cup quarter-finals, taunt with Cancel this message

Belgium are through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after beating the home team USA 4-1. The match's big talking point - the reinstated American Folarin Balogun - didn't make a big impression
Swedish FA criticizes FIFA over Balogun suspension ruling as integrity concerns grow
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Swedish FA criticizes FIFA over Balogun suspension ruling as integrity concerns grow

The Swedish Football Association (SvFF) is also critical of FIFA's decision to lift the suspension of U. S
Solbakken criticizes FIFA over Balogun decision: Goes against the idea of the game
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Solbakken criticizes FIFA over Balogun decision: Goes against the idea of the game

Norway is celebrating its biggest-ever World Cup success. But at today's press conference, national team captain Ståle Solbakken spoke out about FIFA's decision to lift the suspension of U
Trump says he called FIFA after red card for US forward Folarin Balogun was overturned
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Trump says he called FIFA after red card for US forward Folarin Balogun was overturned

US President Donald Trump reached out to FIFA President Gianni Infantino after US forward Folarin Balogun was shown a red card. "I asked for a review because I didn't think it was a foul," Trump said
World Cup guide: Portugal face Spain, and is this Ronaldo’s last match?
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World Cup guide: Portugal face Spain, and is this Ronaldo’s last match?

Big controversy when Fifa lifted the suspension against the American striker. In Texas, Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo face gold favourite Spain - in what could be the star's last World Cup match
Folarin Balogun avoids suspension as FIFA reverses ban, Trump thanks governing body
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Folarin Balogun avoids suspension as FIFA reverses ban, Trump thanks governing body

USA's Folarin Balogun was suspended after a red card in the round of 16. But now FIFA has stepped in and lifted the suspension
World Cup guide: Ronaldo’s possible last dance against Spain in Texas
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World Cup guide: Ronaldo’s possible last dance against Spain in Texas

Big controversy when Fifa lifted the suspension against the American striker. In Texas, Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo face gold favorite Spain - in what could be the great star's last World Cup match
USA advances to World Cup round of 16 despite Folarin Balogun red card
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USA advances to World Cup round of 16 despite Folarin Balogun red card

USA's Folarin Balogun created a lot of drama last night when he first scored the opening goal against Bosnia-Herzegovina - and then got sent off. But the red card didn't stop the USA from advancing in the World Cup
World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match
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World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match

As Sweden and many other national teams are battling for playoff spots in the World Cup, host nation the USA will play a completely meaningless match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of today's World Cup matches - including when three groups will be decided
World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match
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World Cup guide: Rule change gives USA a rest match

As Sweden and many other national teams battle for playoff spots in the World Cup, host nation, the United States, will play a completely meaningless match. Here's everything you need to know ahead of Thursday's World Cup matches - when three groups will be decided
USA continues to impress, easily beats Australia
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USA continues to impress, easily beats Australia

They beat Paraguay 4–1 in the opener. They are 2–0 now after beating Australia
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