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U.S. faces Belgium in World Cup amid red card controversy

U.S. faces Belgium in World Cup amid red card controversy

The U.S. men's national soccer team faces Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16 on Tuesday, with star striker Folarin Balogun eligible to play after FIFA suspended his one-game ban for a year-long probationary period. According to reports, President Trump spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about the decision.

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Shearer: Why England won’t fear Mexico or the Azteca

Shearer: Why England won’t fear Mexico or the Azteca

England is not intimidated by playing Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium, according to Alan Shearer, who believes the team should embrace the challenge and focus on the game rather than the occasion.

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Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks

Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks

The World Chess Federation (Fide) has banned former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least a year over verbal attacks he made on other players, including the late Daniel Naroditsky, according to a BBC report.

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England, Mexico & Fifa locked in kick-off time talks

England, Mexico & Fifa locked in kick-off time talks

The scheduled 2026 World Cup match between England and Mexico has become a point of contention after Fifa considered moving the kick-off time from 6 p.m. to 12 p.m. local time due to weather concerns, according to BBC and EL PAÍS.

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Zidane and Balogun: Heroic Goals and Red Cards at 2026 World Cup

Zidane and Balogun: Heroic Goals and Red Cards at 2026 World Cup

Folarin Balogun joins Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldinho on an exclusive list of players who have scored and received red cards in a World Cup knockout match. The U.S. men's team advanced to the Round of 16 with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool Exit: ‘Time to Go’ Amid Speculation

Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool Exit: ‘Time to Go’ Amid Speculation

Mohamed Salah has announced his intention to leave Liverpool at the end of the season, stating, 'Time to go' amid a difficult campaign. According to ESPN, the Egyptian forward expressed his feelings during a rare public outburst, signaling the end of his nine-year tenure at Anfield.

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Lucas Bergvall Not for Sale as Tottenham Plan Summer Reinforcements

Lucas Bergvall Not for Sale as Tottenham Plan Summer Reinforcements

Tottenham Hotspur have signaled that Sweden international Lucas Bergvall is not for sale, according to a Telegraph report. This comes amid speculation that the midfielder, who signed a new contract until 2031, has asked to leave due to concerns over playing time.

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