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The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U. S.
Published July 7, 2026 · Category: News
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The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker. But even with the U.S. at full strength, Belgium easily won.
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The team was in the eye of a storm over a controversial phone call from President Trump to FIFA's head about a red card on a U.S. striker. But even with the U.S. at full strength, Belgium easily won.
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