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• Donald Trump attacks 'suspect' World Cup referee who sent off USA star Folarin Balogun before getting his ban overturned6 July 2026, 4:14 pm
  Speaking at the White House, the President offered no apologies for his unprecedented move but insisted he did not demand Balogun's ban was overturned.
  
• The devil's bargain behind FIFA's shock decision to let Folarin Balogun play exposed... just watch the exact moment all hell breaks loose: GAVIN NEWSHAM6 July 2026, 4:13 pm
  Ever since he became president of FIFA 2016, Gianni Infantino has been at pains to say how politics shouldn't have any place in soccer, despite regularly turning up at the Oval Office.
  
• Now Donald Trump showers more praise on 'great player' Harry Kane and says: 'I played golf with him and I like him a lot'6 July 2026, 4:08 pm
  Just hours after the Three Lions' triumphant 3-2 victory at the Estadio Azteca, the US President gave his reaction while speaking to reporters at the Oval Office.
  
• Trump ally mocks angry World Cup fans over Folarin Balogun U-turn after he held secret talks with FIFA and sat with Gianni Infantino at last USA game6 July 2026, 4:05 pm
  On an unprecedented day at the World Cup, FIFA sparked chaos by announcing 24 hours before USA's last-16 clash with Belgium that Balogun's red card has been rescinded.
  
• Arsenal transfer briefing: Latest on Bradley Barcola and Morgan Rogers deals including the fees PSG and Villa want, the West Ham man and World Cup gems on radar, truth about Odegaard agent's talks and the players heading for the exit door6 July 2026, 4:03 pm
  Daily Mail Sport brings you the latest from inside the Arsenal camp - both who might come in and who might be expendable.
  
• Norway coach blasts FIFA's Folarin Balogun decision after controversial red card U-turn: 'Really bad'6 July 2026, 4:01 pm
  The backlash at the FIFA World Cup continues after the sport's governing body suspended the one-match ban of United States striker Folarin Balogun.
  
• Dave Portnoy demands that anti-Trump fans be 'deported' if they oppose FIFA's shock decision to clear Folarin Balogun for World Cup clash6 July 2026, 4:00 pm
  Sources have since confirmed to the Daily Mail that the decision was questioned by President Trump, who called FIFA President Gianni Infantino about Balogun's red card.
  
• US World Cup analyst Alexi Lalas taunts Belgium on Folarin Balogun red card appeal after Trump's intervention6 July 2026, 4:00 pm
  Controversial Fox Sports soccer pundit Alexi Lalas gloated over the divisive reinstatement of United States striker Folarin Balogun for the World Cup Round of 16 match against Belgium.
  
• 'Bring on the quarter final!' Prince William leads Three Lions celebrations from afar after triumph against Mexico6 July 2026, 3:42 pm
  Prince William urged the team on to the quarter-finals as he was joined by millions of fans across the country who pulled an all-nighter to watch the match.
  
• UEFA turn on FIFA as they blast 'incomprehensible' decision to let banned USA star play following Donald Trump's intervention - with World Cup opponents Belgium now appealing against the decision6 July 2026, 3:42 pm
  Balogun was meant to miss the tie at 1am tomorrow after being given a straight red card during the USA's 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in the last 32, but his ban was suspended.
  
• Everton secure £18m signing of Tyrique George - as Sandro Tonali completes his move to Tottenham: WINDOW WATCH6 July 2026, 3:34 pm
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments...
  
• Oliver Glasner seals three-year deal to become Nottingham Forest boss... guaranteeing him a hot reception at bitter rivals Crystal Palace next season6 July 2026, 3:24 pm
  The Austrian left Selhurst Park at the end of last season after leading Palace to the Conference League - his third trophy in a little more than two years at the club.
  
• 'He's got that wrong': Thomas Tuchel's post-Mexico interview is torn apart by BBC pundit Joe Hart - after England manager attacked referees and VAR at the World Cup6 July 2026, 3:22 pm
  England reached the last 16, where they will play Norway, after two goals from Jude Bellingham and a penalty from Harry Kane - despite right-back Jarell Quansah being sent off at the Estadio Azteca.
  
• Unlucky England star Jordan Henderson to undergo surgery in Kansas City after appearing to break his left arm in freak accident during post-match celebrations at the Azteca6 July 2026, 3:21 pm
  Footage showed the Brentford captain, who was an unused substitute on the night, landing on his wrist in the aftermath of the Three Lions' 3-2 win against Mexico.
  
• Kenyan-born Socceroos star slams Pauline Hanson's Australia football monoculture claims6 July 2026, 3:12 pm
  Socceroos attacker Awer Mabil has disputed Pauline Hanson's claim that the national team embodies her vision of a monocultural Australia.