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An examination of Donald Trump's alleged influence on U.S. sports outcomes, from the World Cup to future Olympic Games, and the broader perception of the United States as a pariah.
FIFA’s disciplinary actions against U.S. Soccer officials and the reversal of Folarin Balogun’s ban raise fresh questions ahead of the United States’ loss to Belgium.
After a 4‑1 win over the United States, the Belgian squad turned a locker‑room moment into a viral dance, sparking a diplomatic ripple that reached the White House.
Argentina rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the win in stoppage time. The victory puts the defending champions one step away from back-to-back World Cup titles.
FIFA’s unprecedented release of three disciplinary previews precedes the suspension of two U.S. Soccer officials, Sam Zapatka and Frank Pannell, before a crucial World Cup qualifier against Belgium, a move linked to the contentious red‑card incident involving Folarin Balogun.
A 36‑hour saga that began with a politically charged FIFA ruling ended in a humiliating defeat, exposing deep defensive flaws and sparking a debate about the intersection of politics and sport.
The United States fell 4-1 to Belgium in the round of 16, ending a promising run that had included early group‑stage victories and a long‑awaited knockout‑stage win.
Former NFL quarterback Robert Griffin III expressed disappointment after the United States Men’s National Soccer Team fell 1‑4 to Belgium in the World Cup, critiquing the squad’s preparation and highlighting a red‑card controversy involving Falorin Balogun.
A heavy defeat by Belgium sent the U.S. men's team home, while Iran's football federation seized the moment to criticize U.S. political interference and visa issues, highlighting a fraught backdrop to the tournament.
The U.S. Men's National Team fell to Belgium in a tightly contested World Cup match, but the game ignited enthusiasm among Lexington supporters and underscored soccer's expanding footprint in the region.
A controversial disciplinary reversal by FIFA, prompted by political pressure, turned a routine red-card into a headline-making scandal that defined the U.S. team's early tournament exit.
The U.S. men's soccer side fell 4-1 to Belgium, exposing persistent shortcomings and a culture of excuses that hinder genuine improvement.
Jamie Davis Smith reflects on the urgency of creating lasting memories with her youngest child, turning costly World Cup outings into cherished family milestones.
FIFA announced an inquiry into racist chants aimed at streamer IShowSpeed during the Argentina‑Cape Verde match in Miami, reaffirming its zero‑tolerance stance on discrimination.
Carli Lloyd analyzes the U.S. men’s 4‑1 loss to Belgium, the controversy around Folarin Balogun, and the silver lining of national unity.
Argentina and Egypt clash in the last 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Lionel Messi chasing a record eighth consecutive tournament goal and fans worldwide seeking free streaming options.
Bruce Arena, Bob Bradley and Gregg Berhalter question FIFA's decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's red‑card ban after former president Donald Trump's involvement, arguing it threatens the integrity of international soccer.
The U.S. men's national team fell 4-1 to Belgium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, exposing gaps in performance despite a strong group‑stage run.
A contentious red card shown to US striker Folarin Balogun during the USA‑Belgium World Cup match was overturned after former President Donald Trump appealed to FIFA, igniting a wave of fan reactions and raising questions about political influence in sports.
A World Cup qualifying incident saw a player’s suspension lifted after a surprise appeal from former US president Donald Trump, prompting warnings from Uefa vice‑president Laura McAllister about the dangers of political interference in sport.
The U.S. men's national team saw its World Cup campaign end with a 4-1 loss to Belgium in Seattle, extending a streak of round-of-16 exits while Mexico also fell in the same stage.
The Athletic’s daily World Cup predictions blend expert analysis, subscriber picks and algorithmic forecasts, featuring a colorful mix of contributors ahead of the Argentina‑Egypt and Switzerland‑Colombia showdowns
A last‑minute U.S. political pressure campaign led FIFA to lift a suspension of forward Folarin Balogun, a move that sparked criticism over the intersection of politics and sport.
The United States men's team fell 4-1 to Belgium, a defeat amplified by FIFA's reversal on a red-card suspension for striker Folarin Balogun and public praise from President Donald Trump.