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US crashes out of World Cup as storm over Trump interference overshadows tournament
By Bo Erickson WASHINGTON, July 6 (Reuters) - The United States tumbled out of the World Cup on Monday, beaten emphatically by Belgium in a match overshadowed by allegations of political interference by U.

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Trump’s red card call stirs political storm around World Cup
Trump Says World Cup Referee's Red Card Call Was 'Horrible' but Insists He Left Outcome to FIFA
Can Folarin Balogun play today? FIFA reverses suspension before USA-Belgium
The United States received a major boost ahead of the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup Round of 16 showdown with Belgium after FIFA overturned the automatic suspension tied to Folarin Balogun's red card agai...

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What to Know After FIFA Lifts Suspension of US Star Folarin Balogun
Photos of Balogun's Red-Card Foul at Center of FIFA Controversy to Lift US Striker's Suspension
Belgian Federation to Challenge FIFA's Decision to Let Folarin Balogun Play in World Cup Match
The Belgian federation (RBFA) said it has still not received either “FIFA’s decision or any explanation regarding this matter. In these circumstances, it has no choice but to challenge the player’s el...

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UEFA Says FIFA 'Crossed a Red Line' With Balogun Red Card U-Turn at World Cup
UEFA Says Decision by FIFA to Let U.S. Forward Play at World Cup Is 'Incomprehensible'

'World cup storm' and 'King puts foot down'

The global reaction to Donald Trump's intervention in the 2026 World Cup dominates today's papers.

World Cup travel hit as NJ Transit suspends service on 2 lines

NJ Transit service on the Morris & Essex Line and the Gladstone Branch remained suspended Sunday, July 5, because of storm damage.

World Cup weather: A beautiful day in Seattle for USA’s last-16 tie with Belgium

Warm temperatures, sunny skies and light winds are forecasted for Seattle on Monday, where the USA plays its next World Cup knockout match
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England vs Mexico World Cup referee sparks fresh controversy before knockout clash. Can FIFA avoid another VAR storm?

The appointment of veteran referee Alireza Faghani has reignited debate after one of the tournament’s most controversial officiating decisions ahead of England’s showdown with Mexico.