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Trump draws boos at World Cup gold medal ceremony as Spain lifts trophy
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Trump draws boos at World Cup gold medal ceremony as Spain lifts trophy

True to form, President Donald Trump drew plenty of attention when he attended the World Cup gold medal ceremony for Spain. When it was time for the Spanish winners to lift the trophy, Trump did not leave the podium but remained standing despite attempts to move him away
Infantino logged more than 95,000 kilometers in the air during World Cup, AP says
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Infantino logged more than 95,000 kilometers in the air during World Cup, AP says

More than 100 hours in the air and over 95,000 kilometers. That is FIFA President Gianni Infantino's record during the World Cup, according to an analysis by the AP news agency
Infantino says World Cup was incredible success thanks to Trump
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Infantino says World Cup was incredible success thanks to Trump

FIFA President Gianni Infantino took the opportunity ahead of the final World Cup matches to pay tribute to US President Donald Trump. “The American dream, Mr
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
Confirmed: Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday
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Confirmed: Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday

The White House confirms that US President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final on Sunday, which will be played between Spain and Argentina.
Post Malone to headline World Cup final closing ceremony, FIFA says
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Post Malone to headline World Cup final closing ceremony, FIFA says

American artist Post Malone will be the headliner during the closing ceremony of the World Cup final.
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.
FIFA considers lifting Russia football ban after IOC readmits athletes
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FIFA considers lifting Russia football ban after IOC readmits athletes

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has welcomed Russian athletes back to the Olympics. Now the International Football Federation (FIFA) is considering doing the same, according to Sky Sports
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
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
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
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
EU lawmakers urge FIFA to bar Russia from U15 tournament in Azerbaijan
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EU lawmakers urge FIFA to bar Russia from U15 tournament in Azerbaijan

MEPs want FIFA to stop Russia from participating in a new U15 tournament in Azerbaijan in October, warning of a boycott and accusing FIFA of ignoring the war in Ukraine.
EU lawmakers call for FIFA probe into Infantino’s peace prize for Trump
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EU lawmakers call for FIFA probe into Infantino’s peace prize for Trump

Fifty members of the European Parliament want FIFA's ethics committee to investigate FIFA President Gianni Infantino, saying he may have broken FIFA's own rules by awarding a peace prize to US President Donald Trump.
Infantino’s World Cup jet travel equals annual emissions of 78 people, BBC says
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Infantino’s World Cup jet travel equals annual emissions of 78 people, BBC says

FIFA President Gianni Infantino continues to fly frequently between World Cup matches. The trips so far during the championship are equivalent to the carbon emissions caused by 78 people flying for a year, according to the BBC
Infantino's frequent World Cup flying is criticized
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Infantino's frequent World Cup flying is criticized

FIFA president Gianni Infantino flies frequently between World Cup matches. His carbon emissions during the World Cup are equivalent to the annual carbon footprint of 50 people in France, according to experts
Infantino's words to Iranian players: Thank you
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Infantino's words to Iranian players: Thank you

After Iran's World Cup debut, FIFA president Gianni Infantino took the opportunity to visit the team's locker room. "I know what you're going through
Visa problems jeopardize Iranian winger Mehdi Torabi's World Cup participation
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Visa problems jeopardize Iranian winger Mehdi Torabi's World Cup participation

Iranian international Mehdi Torabi's continued World Cup participation is in jeopardy, the state-run IRNA news agency reports. The winger was granted only a one-time visa to the United States and is now reportedly not allowed to re-enter the country
Iran's anger after the World Cup opener as captain says team is the most oppressed
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Iran's anger after the World Cup opener as captain says team is the most oppressed

Banned flags, protests and a saved point - but also new travel problems and upset feelings. Iran drew 2-2 in the opening match against New Zealand
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