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FIFA's Gianni Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate'
FIFA president Gianni Infantino attacked World Cup critics in a remarkable public tirade, accusing detractors of spreading hate.
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President Trump’s Balogun Interjection Subject of Official Complaint to FIFA
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces an official complaint following allegations of interference by President Trump regarding Folarin Balogun.
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Trump loomed over the World Cup, up until the awkward trophy ceremony
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Ursula von der Leyen declines invite to FIFA World Cup final
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has declined an invitation to attend the FIFA World Cup final amidst high-profile political gatherings.
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USMNT's Folarin Balogun: World Cup ban overturn affected teammates
Folarin Balogun reveals how the controversy surrounding his overturned World Cup ban created mental strain for the USMNT before their elimination.
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Gianni Infantino's most destructive FIFA move yet could ruin World Cup forever
Critics warn that a potential 64-team World Cup expansion could permanently damage the tournament's future.
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Brussels wants action over Trump-Infantino red card controversy
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FIFA's Infantino targeted by complaint to Olympic ethics body after Trump lobbying on Balogun ban
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces an IOC ethics referral following allegations of political interference regarding Folarin Balogun’s match ban.
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EU lawmakers want Gianni Infantino investigated over Trump contact
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Egypt were ‘cheated’ in World Cup loss to Argentina, coach Hassan says
Egypt alleges bias and rigging in their recent World Cup loss to Argentina, prompting a formal complaint and a rebuttal from FIFA officials.
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European Parliament members call for a probe of FIFA president Gianni Infantino over his Trump call
European Parliament members are pushing for an investigation into FIFA president Gianni Infantino following contact with Donald Trump.
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Where a Trump controversy and a thumping U.S. defeat leaves Infantino’s stained World Cup
Gianni Infantino and FIFA face intense scrutiny following U.S. World Cup setbacks and political controversy.
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FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
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Iran captain Mehdi Taremi accuses FIFA of staging ‘disaster World Cup’: ‘No one helps us’
Iran's World Cup campaign faces scrutiny following claims of a 'disaster' tournament and criticism directed at FIFA and host-nation travel restrictions.
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World Cup has kicked off as Mexico and South Africa play tournament’s first match
Mexico’s emotional World Cup opener sets tone for expanded 48-team tournament
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Ranking All 48 Teams in the World Cup
Spain celebrates a historic 2026 World Cup victory over Argentina, triggering global rankings and record-breaking U.S. viewership.