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Trump’s call to FIFA chief precedes historic World Cup U-turn on USA star’s red card

GNN Sports Desk Jul 6, 2026

The controversial red-card suspension handed to United States forward Folarin Balogun at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has taken a political turn, with a report claiming US President Donald Trump personally urged FIFA to review the decision…
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Iran set to play World Cup, FIFA chief confirms

GNN Sports Desk Apr 16, 2026

FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Wednesday said Iran will “for sure” take part in the 2026 World Cup despite the ongoing Middle East war. “Iran is coming for sure. We hope that by then the situation will be peaceful, that would…
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FIFA Chief Announces Plans For 32-Team Club World Cup

GNN Sports Desk Dec 17, 2022

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino announced plans on Friday for a 32-team Club World Cup from 2025, despite reported opposition from Europe’s biggest clubs. An expansion of the competition has long been a pet project of Infantino’s. A 24-team…
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