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The president of the Norwegian Football Federation has lodged an ethics complaint after FIFA overturned a suspension for USMNT forward Folarin Balogun, citing external pressure from Donald Trump and questioning the disciplinary process.
A look at the former president’s brief soccer stint, the persistence of the undefeated myth, and his ongoing involvement with the sport ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Donald Trump’s high school soccer record was never unbeaten, but his recent soccer‑focused initiatives signal a renewed effort to embed the sport in America’s cultural fabric.
A recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to overturn a red‑card ban for Nigerian‑born midfielder Folarin Balogun has drawn a formal complaint from Norway's football federation, raising concerns about FIFA's neutrality.
Norwegian officials say FIFA's decision to lift a red‑card ban for striker Folarin Balogun was swayed by external pressure from the United States, prompting a formal complaint and raising concerns about political meddling in football governance.
An independent monitoring body has raised formal concerns about unusual betting patterns and VAR delays during the 2026 men’s World Cup, highlighting the growing overlap between sports integrity and global financial markets.
Megan Rapinoe told The Daily Show that a red‑card reversal, prompted by a call with former President Donald Trump, cost the United States momentum and contributed to their defeat by Belgium.
The United States' defeat in the round of 16 has reignited debate over the pay‑to‑play model, its impact on lower‑income players, and the differing pathways that have propelled the USWNT while the USMNT faces a more fragmented landscape.
The former president's opposition to birthright citizenship is illustrated by the unusual situation of Folarin Balogun, a U.S.-born midfielder whose eligibility for the national team would vanish if the law were changed.
From a disallowed Croatia goal to coach critiques, the World Cup has become a laboratory for the technology's promises and pitfalls.
The U.S. men's national team was eliminated in the round of 16 despite high expectations, revealing pay‑for‑play barriers, a lack of tactical identity, and competition from other sports that together shape the nation's soccer challenges.
A collection of letters to the editor reveals a town’s engagement with municipal negotiations, athletic achievements, and personal tributes, offering a snapshot of contemporary civic discourse.
An exploration of how cultural preferences, financial barriers, and global soccer ecosystems shape the U.S. men's national team's repeated round‑of‑16 exits, while the women's side thrives.
Christian Pulisic confronts injury, criticism and a contract crossroads after the U.S. exit from the World Cup, while AC Milan reshapes its roster under new ownership.
Despite a string of scandals — from racist remarks to sexual‑assault allegations and political meddling — the tournament continues to draw global attention, highlighted by standout displays from Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.
The tournament introduces a new wave of stars, from French midfield maestro Michael Olise to Paraguay’s surprise goalkeeper Orlando Gill, each leaving a distinct imprint on the global stage.
FIFA barred two U.S. Soccer officials from the Belgium match after protocol breaches, while a controversial red‑card decision involving striker Folarin Balogun was overturned following a call from President Donald Trump. The U.S. lost 4‑1 and was eliminated, with manager Mauricio Pochettino attributing the defeat to performance issues.
Spain edged Belgium 2-1 in a tense World Cup quarterfinal at SoFi Stadium, with Luis de la Fuente's bold lineup changes proving decisive.
A comparative look at the USMNT and the New York Giants as they navigate new coaching eras, high‑profile contracts and the quest for long‑awaited glory.
Spain edged past Uruguay 1-0 in Guadalajara, while cooling‑break discussions, a StubHub lawsuit and upcoming quarterfinal fixtures add off‑field intrigue.
A July 1 gathering at Eisenhower Park brought over 6,700 fans together to watch the U.S. Men’s National Team, showcasing the island’s growing soccer culture and its ambitions for the future.
Robert Lewandowski joins the Chicago Fire after a trophy‑laden career, bringing unprecedented prestige and a strategic vision that ties the club's future to its Polish community and new facilities.
The author examines the U.S. men's national team's loss to Belgium, the overturned suspension of Folarin Balogun, and the broader cultural exchange that accompanied the tournament.
The United States was eliminated by Belgium in Seattle after a 4-1 loss, marking the fourth time in five tournaments the U.S. has exited at the Round of 16. The match featured early promise, a swift reversal of momentum, and a controversy involving a suspended player that drew political attention.