FIFA’s Balogun crisis just got ‘considerably worse’ as Gianni Infantino facing calls to resign
Folarin Balogun has unwittingly found himself at the centre of a geopolitical storm. The striker, who was shown a questionable straight red card in the…
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Why FIFA and UEFA’s relationship was at breaking point even before Balogun statement
The reprieve given to Folarin Balogun by FIFA will surely go down in World Cup infamy. Balogun was sent off in the United States’ 2-0…
‘I made them do it’ – Donald Trump takes credit for FIFA decision to overturn Folarin Balogun ban
Well, it’s confirmed. Despite FIFA’s protests to the contrary, US President Donald Trump has confirmed his part in getting Folarin Balogun’s World Cup suspension reviewed.…
Erling Haaland has just cost FIFA millions ahead of Norway vs England at World Cup
Erling Haaland is a force of nature. The striker’s brace – a towering header up against nemesis Gabriel and a laser-guided drive from distance –…
Donald Trump led ‘elite lawyers’ to challenge FIFA over Flo Balogun ban, as fresh details emerge
The Round of 16 is in full swing with plenty of on-pitch action to keep us entertained, but the off-pitch drama involving the Trump administration,…
Donald Trump says ‘thank you’ to FIFA after Folarin Balogun red card ban lifted
USMNT’S top scorer at the World Cup, Folarin Balogun, has been cleared to play against Belgium in the round of 16. FIFA is suspending the…
Resale website sued for selling World Cup tickets ‘that did not exist’
World Cup ticket prices have become a story in themselves this summer, and now the fallout has reached a courtroom. Dynamic pricing, seven-figure listings and…
The World Cup penalty shootout rule change FIFA ditched last minute
Monday night served up two penalty shootouts at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and they won’t be the last before this tournament is over. Few…
White House sheds light on how Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino have worked together for World Cup
U.S. President Donald Trump worked closely alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ensure the 2026 World Cup is a success. The FIFA World Cup is…
FIFA confirm ‘record-breaking’ number of people who attended World Cup group stage
The 2026 World Cup group stage pulled more fans into stadiums than any full tournament in the competition’s entire history. FIFA released its official group-stage…
