Keir Starmer intervened to oppose Fifa’s plan to move England kick-off time

PM stepped in over proposal to shift World Cup match to an earlier time, amid concerns it would benefit Mexico Keir Starmer intervened through diplomatic channels to oppose Fifa’s plan to bring forward England’s World Cup game against Mexico, amid concerns the change would hand the hosts an unfair advantage, it is understood. The prime minister instructed officials to argue against proposals to move the kick-off from 1am UK time (6pm local time) to earlier after being alerted by the Football ...

By Sundus Abdi

How Trump marked the 250th anniversary of independence

NPR's Michel Martin speaks to Sarah Isgur, senior editor at The Dispatch, about President Trump's celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

By Michel Martin

Carrie Underwood doesn't skip leg day, spicy Sophie Cunningham & why Trump's World Cup meddling is a win-win

Trump's FIFA phone call creates a political win-win ahead of USA vs. Belgium, while the Marlins manager pulls a pitcher during a perfect game.

Ticket prices continue to fall for USA-Belgium World Cup last 16 clash

Get-in prices for the round of 16 game at Seattle Stadium fall by 27 percent over the past three days.

Integrity of World Cup is questioned as Trump, Fifa defend Balogun suspension actions

With the integrity of Fifa and the World Cup under attack from European football leaders, Fifa President Gianni Infantino acknowledged taking a call from US President Donald Trump before US forward Folarin Balogun was cleared to play against Belgium later on Monday. Balogun was issued a red card in the US match against Bosnia-Herzegovina last week, resulting in a suspension for the Belgium contest. Trump called Infantino after the match with Bosnia to plead his case to overturn the call and F...

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Trump says he asked FIFA to review US striker's World Cup red card

Football's European governing body blasts the decision to suspend a US striker's World Cup red-card ban, saying FIFA had "crossed a red line" after US President Donald Trump personally intervened in the case.

England consider Jarell Quansah red card appeal after Fifa set Balogun precedent

Quansah is set to miss the quarter-final against Norway but the ‘suspension’ of US striker Folarin Balogun’s one-game ban, after Donald Trump contacted Gianni Infantino, means the Three Lions could go down a similar route

By Miguel Delaney and Kieran Jackson

Trump’s FIFA intervention sparks a World Cup scandal: US president admits he called Infantino to request a review of Balogun’s red card

The long-standing friendship between the two leaders fuels suspicions over the decision to allow the US team’s leading scorer to play in the game against Belgium Monday night

By Jesús-Sérvulo González Moreno

FIFA chief forced to defend Balogun World Cup reprieve

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino on Monday defended the decision to reprieve US World Cup star Folarin Balogun after Donald Trump said he had appealed directly to the head of world football's governing body over the issue.European football's governing body UEFA said FIFA had "crossed a red line" by allowing Balogun to play.

Who is Erling Haaland's sister? Gabrielle goes viral at FIFA World Cup 2026

Erling Haaland has become one of the biggest stories of the FIFA World Cup 2026. While the Norway striker has impressed on the pitch, one of his family members has unexpectedly grabbed attention off it. His older sister, Gabrielle Braut Haaland, has gone viral after cameras spotted her cheering from the stands.

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‘Brazil is haunted by…’: Ibrahimovic on Selecao’s FIFA World Cup campaign

US agencies have seized more than 600 drones near World Cup sites

U.S. agencies have seized over 600 drones near FIFA World Cup venues and fan zones since the start of the tournament on June 11, the Transportation Security Administration said on Monday. On match days, all aircraft operations, including drones, are prohibited within a radius of three nautical miles and up to 3,000 feet (914 meters) […]

Trump intervention prompts FIFA to reverse World Cup red card ban for US striker Folarin Balogun

The unprecedented move has thrust FIFA's disciplinary process into the global spotlight and prompted an angry response from Belgium, which plays the US on Monday for a place in the quarter-finals.

Trump Admits Pushing FIFA to Let Birthright Citizen Play World Cup Game

USMNT striker Folarin Balogun, a birthright citizen, had been suspended for Monday's game against Belgium

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European football chiefs hit out at Fifa move to lift ban on US star Balgoun

European football's governing body Uefa on Monday lashed out at the decision of World Cup organisers Fifa to suspend the immediate one-match ban of the United States striker Folarin Balogun following the intervention of US President Donald Trump.

By Paul Myers

'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup

Donald Trump makes presence felt by bringing this World Cup into disrepute

US president’s lobbying to allow striker Folarin Balogun to play is shameful.

How Shakira’s FIFA World Cup Looks Came to Life: Wardrobe Stylist Renee Old Explains

Old designed the viral Colombian jersey top that Shakira wore in her and Burna Boy's "Dai Dai" music video. Meet July's "Star Behind the Stars," below.

By Cata Balzano

Trump claims he influenced Balogun’s ban reversal

United States President Donald Trump has admitted to asking FIFA to review Folarin Balogun's red card at the World Cup. The post Trump claims he influenced Balogun’s ban reversal appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

By Tunde Eludini

World Cup: Mexico coach Aguirre ‘proud but hurt’ after England defeat

Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre says he is proud of his players despite admitting he was deeply hurt after their 3-2 defeat to England ended their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. The post World Cup: Mexico coach Aguirre ‘proud but hurt’ after England defeat appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

How to watch Ivory Coast vs Norway: Free streams, TV channels & kick-off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 - MSN

How to watch Ivory Coast vs Norway: Free streams, TV channels & kick-off time for FIFA World Cup 2026  MSN