‘There’s no point in continuing’: Roberto Martinez quits as Portugal coach after World Cup exit | Football News

Roberto Martinez, right, gives instructions to Cristiano Ronaldo. (AP Photo) Roberto Martinez has announced his departure as Portugal head coach following the team’s elimination from the FIFA World Cup 2026, bringing an end to his three-and-a-half-year spell in charge. Portugal’s campaign came to a close after a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of…

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Trump calls FIFA, Balogun plays: The USA striker is back for Belgium clash after presidential intervention | Football News

United States’ Folarin Balogun warms up ahead of the World Cup round of 16 match between the United States and Belgium.(AP Photo) Star forward Folarin Balogun has been named in the United States’ starting lineup for Tuesday’s high-voltage World Cup Round of 16 clash against Belgium, taking the pitch just hours after FIFA rejected an…

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‘Spineless’: Zlatan Ibrahimović slammed after backing FIFA’s controversial Folarin Balogun decision | Football News

Zlatan Ibrahimović faced criticism after supporting FIFA’s decision to let Folarin Balogun play against Belgium despite his red card suspension Zlatan Ibrahimović has come under fire after publicly supporting FIFA’s controversial decision to suspend the one-match ban handed to United States striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to face Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round…

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Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha reportedly in line to become Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami teammate | Football News

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha (1) and Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) compete during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Fla., Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha could complete one of the most remarkable transfers of the summer after his outstanding performances…

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‘Operate autonomously’: FIFA scrambles to defend independence as Donald Trump confirms Folarin Balogun intervention | Football News

Folarin Balogun (20) fouls Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic (4). Balogun received a red card on the play, US President Donald Trump. (AP) FIFA president Gianni Infantino said on Monday that he spoke to US President Donald Trump about Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension but told him the case would be decided only by FIFA’s independent judicial…

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Portugal vs Spain Live Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16: POR 0-0 ESP; Spain in early control as Oyarzabal misses a big chance

FIFA World Cup Round of 16 Live: Team news is in! Both lineups confirmed for the blockbuster clash The team sheets are locked in here at Dallas, and both managers have named explosive lineups for this monumental Iberian derby. England’s Anthony Taylor will be the man in charge of the whistle tonight. PORTUGAL STARTING XI:…

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‘Rules being applied equally’: After Donald Trump’s Balogun intervention, UK MP urges FIFA to delay England player’s red-card suspension | Football News

England’s Jarell Quansah (26) leaves the field after receiving a red card during round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England (left); and Folarin Balogun (20) fouls Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic (4). A British Member of Parliament, Noah Law, has urged FIFA president Gianni Infantino to delay the suspension of England defender Jarell Quansah, arguing…

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Expert lip-reader reveals Thomas Tuchel’s 94th-minute rant during England’s dramatic Mexico win: ‘I need a…’ | Football News

Expert lip-reader reveals Thomas Tuchel’s 94th-minute rant during England’s dramatic Mexico win: ‘I need a…’ (Image via Getty) England manager Thomas Tuchel looked just as tense as the fans during the closing moments of England’s dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico in the FIFA World Cup. With England down to 10 men and facing wave after…

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What Donald Trump said to FIFA chief Gianni Infantino about Folarin Balogun’s red card – Full conversation | Football News

Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino (AP Photo) US President Donald Trump has confirmed that he personally spoke to FIFA president Gianni Infantino and asked him to review the red card and one-match suspension handed to Team USA striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup match against Bosnia and Herzegovina. The suspension was later lifted,…

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