Klopp attacks Trump and Infantino after FIFA overturns Balogun ban
Jürgen Klopp has strongly criticised Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino after FIFA overturned Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension, amid reports of political interference.
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Mbappé Condemns ‘Incompetent’ Senator Over Racist Slur
France captain Kylian Mbappé has strongly condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist comments she made following Les Bleus’ World Cup last-16 victory.
Belgium target World Cup progress against USA with renewed generation
Belgium approach their World Cup meeting with the United States buoyed by a 3-2 win over Senegal and an emerging generation led by Diego Moreira, as Rudi Garcia’s side seeks to move beyond the Golden Generation era.
Jordan Henderson ruled out of World Cup with broken wrist after celebration fall
The Brentford midfielder suffered the injury after falling over an advertising board while celebrating England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico in the last 16.
Pirlo brands Italy World Cup failure ‘a disaster’ and urges Milan rebuild
World Cup winner Andrea Pirlo has delivered a blunt assessment of Italy’s third consecutive qualification failure, calling it a “disaster” the nation deserves.
UEFA Accuses FIFA of Crossing ‘Red Line’ Over Balogun Suspension
UEFA has accused FIFA of crossing “a red line” by lifting Folarin Balogun’s suspension for the USA’s World Cup last-16 tie against Belgium. The European governing body called the decision “incomprehensible and unjustifiable” as Belgium prepares to launch an appeal.
Tuchel criticises ‘erratic’ refereeing after England beat Mexico 3-2
Thomas Tuchel has criticised the standard of refereeing at the World Cup following England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico, which saw Jarell Quansah sent off and Jordan Henderson ruled out through injury.
Santiago Gimenez suffers ankle sprain in World Cup exit as Milan await assessment
Santiago Gimenez suffered a right ankle sprain during Mexico’s World Cup last-16 defeat to England. Tests have ruled out a fracture, but Milan’s medical staff will closely monitor the striker given his history of surgery on the same joint last December.
Trump confirms FIFA intervention as Balogun red card overturned sparks integrity row
FIFA’s decision to overturn Folarin Balogun’s World Cup red card following confirmation from Donald Trump that he requested a review has drawn fierce criticism from UEFA and the Italian Football Federation.
Kane equals Müller’s World Cup record after Mexico strike
Harry Kane has equalled Gerd Müller’s World Cup goalscoring record after netting in England’s 3-2 victory over Mexico. The striker’s sixth goal of the tournament took his overall tally to 14.