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IOC says it will not ask FIFA chief Infantino to explain Balogun red card controversy

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed that FIFA president Gianni Infantino will not be asked to clarify the circumstances surrounding a controversial red card issued to a player named Balogun during a World Cup match, in which U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly intervened to help overturn the ban. Background of the incident According to […]

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Trump and Infantino booed during World Cup trophy ceremony in New Jersey

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United States President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino were met with audible boos from the crowd on Sunday as they took part in the trophy presentation ceremony following the 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey. The moment, which traditionally celebrates the winning team, instead became a notable scene as sections of the

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Trump and FIFA chief Infantino hail World Cup as landmark sporting success

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United States President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino have jointly praised the recently concluded World Cup, describing the tournament as a resounding success and one of the greatest sporting events in modern history. Their remarks underscored the global reach and unifying power of football at a time when major international competitions are increasingly

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Africa’s Largest-Ever World Cup Contingent Falls Short as Late Goals Prove Costly

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup marked a historic moment for African football, with the continent sending its largest-ever delegation to the global finals. Yet for much of the continent’s contingent, the tournament ended in heartbreak, as five African nations were eliminated by late goals that turned promising performances into painful exits. Africa’s expanded presence at

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World Cup 2026: Morocco and France Set for Quarterfinal Opener

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America moves into its quarterfinal stage with a high-profile opening match between Morocco and France, one of the tournament’s most anticipated fixtures. The encounter brings together two nations with deep footballing traditions and brings added significance for fans across Africa and Europe watching the competition unfold. A Meeting

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Egypt Football Association Files Complaint with FIFA Over World Cup Officiating

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The Egyptian Football Association has formally lodged a complaint with FIFA, calling for an investigation into what it described as “double standards” in officiating during Egypt’s controversial World Cup defeat by Argentina. The Egyptian federation has also demanded that certain match officials be removed from further involvement in the tournament. The complaint centres on decisions

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France and Morocco progress to World Cup 2026 quarterfinals

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Day 24 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 delivered another round of high-stakes football across North American venues, with France and Morocco both securing their places in the tournament’s quarterfinals. The two sides progressed past their respective round-of-16 opponents, setting up what promises to be an intriguing stage in the competition. France extend their stay

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DR Congo Eye Historic 2026 World Cup Return Half a Century After Tumultuous Debut

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More than half a century after their only appearance at a FIFA World Cup finals, the Democratic Republic of Congo is mounting a fresh bid to reach football’s biggest stage, aiming to qualify for the expanded 2026 tournament in North America. A successful campaign would carry symbolic weight far beyond the pitch, coming 52 years

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Egypt coach Hossam Hassan extends solidarity to Iran ahead of World Cup clash in Seattle

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The head coach of Egypt’s national football team, Hossam Hassan, has publicly expressed support for the Iranian squad ahead of their upcoming World Cup meeting in Seattle, invoking the governing body’s longstanding principles of respect and fair play. The gesture comes at a sensitive moment for Iranian athletes, who have faced logistical and diplomatic complications

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World Cup 2026 Day 11: Egypt Records Historic Win as Spain Dominates Saudi Arabia

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The eleventh day of the FIFA World Cup 2026 brought a mix of historic milestones and commanding performances across the tournament’s North American venues, with Egypt securing a long-awaited victory and Spain delivering a clinical display against Saudi Arabia. Egypt Celebrates a Landmark Result Egypt’s national team recorded what was hailed as a historic first-ever

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Morocco Edge Scotland 1-0 as Saibari Sets World Cup 2026 Scoring Record

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Morocco opened their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Scotland in a Group C encounter held at Boston Stadium, thanks to a record-setting early strike from midfielder Saibari. The result gives the Atlas Lions an early foothold in a competitive group, while Scotland face the task of regrouping ahead of

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FIFA to compensate Somali referee deported by US authorities before officiating

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FIFA will compensate Somali referee Omar Artan, deported by US immigration after an 11-hour interrogation in Miami, despite never officiating a match.

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