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U.S. President Donald Trump confirms he asked FIFA to review Balogun red card

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday he called FIFA president Gianni Infantino to review the red card given to United…

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July 6, 2026

Belgium want FIFA to explain Balogun reversal, challenge USMNT striker’s eligibility

The Belgian football federation wants explanation from FIFA about a decision to let United States forward Folarin Balogun play at…

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July 6, 2026

Mexico’s World Cup knockout ‘hurts deeply,’ says captain Edson Álvarez

Mexico captain Edson Álvarez has admitted his country’s elimination from the World Cup “hurts deeply” but is upbeat about the…

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July 6, 2026

Brazil’s Football Confederation set to keep faith in Carlo Ancelotti despite World Cup exit to Norway

Brazil‘s early elimination from the World Cup will not change the country’s Football Confederation’s plans to continue with coach Carlo…

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July 6, 2026

UEFA says FIFA ‘crossed a red line’ with Folarin Balogun red card ban U-turn

UEFA have strongly criticised FIFA’s decision to suspend USMNT striker Folarin Balogun‘s red card, thus allowing the United States striker…

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July 6, 2026

Sandro Tonali completes record-transfer to Tottenham from Newcastle United

Tottenham have shattered their transfer record for the second time this summer after announcing the signing of Sandro Tonali from…

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July 6, 2026

Sepp Blatter on Folarin Balogun ban reversal: ‘Red cards are not overturned by political phone calls’

FIFA has been accused of overturning USMNT striker Folarin Balogun’s red card based on “political phone calls” by its former…

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July 6, 2026

Wayne Rooney says England produced ‘one of their greatest ever performances’ to send Mexico home in World Cup knockouts

England‘s former striker Wayne Rooney has said that England have produced ‘one of their greatest ever performances’ in order to…

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July 6, 2026

Oliver Glasner announced as new Nottingham Forest head coach

Nottingham Forest have announced the appointment of Oliver Glasner as manager following the departure of Vitor Pereira. The Austrian becomes…

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July 6, 2026

Ezri Konsa: England squad’s ‘brotherhood’ propelled Three Lions to Mexico victory

England defender Ezri Konsa says the “brotherhood” in the squad fuelled their famous World Cup victory over Mexico. Thomas Tuchel’s…

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July 6, 2026

Raphinha stars as Barcelona thump Elche to begin LaLiga title defenceAugust 24, 2026
Barcelona began the defence of their LaLiga title with a thumping 5-0 win away against Elche at the Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero. There was no place for new signing Rodri in manager Hansi Flick’s matchday squad, but England forward Anthony Gordon produced two assists on his Barça bow as the champions made light work of… Read more: Raphinha stars as Barcelona thump Elche to begin LaLiga title defence
Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. LiverpoolAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle said he had to be careful “not to get fined” after the “really soft” late penalty awarded to Liverpool in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Newcastle thought they had done enough to win their Premier League opener, with goals from Anthony Elanga and Joe Willock coming either… Read more: Newcastle boss Jaissle: ‘Careful’ to avoid being fined after ‘really soft’ penalty vs. Liverpool
Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander IsakAugust 24, 2026
NEWCASTLE, England — Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola has described Alexander Isak’s performance against Newcastle United as a “good step,” despite the forward failing to get on the scoresheet in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at St. James’ Park. Isak was given a hostile reception on his return to his former club, whom he left to join… Read more: Liverpool’s Andoni Iraola: Newcastle draw a ‘good step’ for Alexander Isak
Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. BournemouthAugust 24, 2026
MANCHESTER, England — Enzo Maresca has said Manchester City “need different solutions” after playing Marc Guéhi in midfield against Bournemouth on Sunday. City came from behind to win 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium thanks to two late goals from Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol. With a shortage of midfielders after the departures of Rodri and Tijjani… Read more: Maresca: Man City ‘need different solutions’ after playing Guéhi in midfield vs. Bournemouth
Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at NewcastleAugust 24, 2026
Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stoppage-time equaliser from the penalty spot to rescue a 2-2 draw for Liverpool at Newcastle United on Sunday. Anthony Elanga gave Newcastle a fifth-minute lead but Cody Gakpo drilled home the equaliser on 55 minutes. Two minutes later, Elanga charged upfield and laid the ball off to Joe Willock who curled… Read more: Liverpool’s Dominik Szoboszlai scores late penalty to draw at Newcastle
Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clashAugust 24, 2026
Newcastle United and Liverpool paid tribute to Kevin Keegan ahead of their Premier League season opener at St James’ Park on Sunday, with both sides honouring the former player and manager after his death last month. Players from both teams warmed up in special shirts bearing “Keegan 7” on the back, in recognition of the… Read more: Newcastle, Liverpool pay joint tribute to Kevin Keegan before Premier League clash
Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problemsAugust 24, 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said Cole Palmer is over the injury problems that wrecked his season and is determined to get back to enjoying playing football. Palmer made only 26 appearances in the Premier League during the last campaign, scoring 10 goals and struggling to reach the levels shown in his first two seasons at… Read more: Chelsea’s Xabi Alonso: ‘World class’ Cole Palmer is over his injury problems
Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League openerAugust 23, 2026
Late goals from Marc Guéhi and Josko Gvardiol rescued Manchester City who eventually beat Bournemouth 2-1 in their Premier League opener. Enzo Maresca was six minutes away from losing his first league game in the City dugout. His side trailed to a 26th-minute goal from Bournemouth’s James Tavernier. But Guéhi headed home from a corner… Read more: Two late goals save Man City blushes against Bournemouth in Premier League opener
Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passionAugust 23, 2026
Michael Carrick has hit back at criticism of his Manchester United players following the opening day defeat to Hull City by insisting it is “ridiculous” to claim they lacked passion. United were beaten 2-0 at MKM Stadium on Saturday as their Premier League campaign got off to the worst possible start. Afterwards, Carrick was asked… Read more: Michael Carrick: ‘Ridiculous’ to claim Man United lack passion
Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal seasonAugust 23, 2026
BERLIN — Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane has been voted Germany’s player of the year 2026 and Vincent Kompany won the coach’s accolade after another outstanding season for the Bavarian powerhouse. Kane scored 61 goals across all competitions, including the German Supercup for Bayern last season, helping the team defend their Bundesliga title and win… Read more: Harry Kane voted Germany’s player of the year after 61-goal season