Mauricio Pochettino Says Folarin Balogun Red Card Was “Never” Right

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Mauricio Pochettino Says Folarin Balogun Red Card Was “Never” Right

Pochettino strongly disputed Balogun’s 64th-minute red card in the United States’ 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, saying it was “never” a sending-off. He called the foul accidental, said there was “never any intention” and initially wanted an appeal. FIFA rules mean Balogun is automatically suspended for the Round of 16 against Belgium, leaving the USMNT without its three-goal striker.

By Tanish Chachra

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Spain, Portugal and Switzerland Headline World Cup Round of 32 Slate

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Spain, Portugal and Switzerland Headline World Cup Round of 32 Slate

Spain face Austria at 3 p.m. ET to open the Round of 32 slate, before Portugal meet Croatia at 7 p.m. Switzerland then close the day against Algeria at 11 p.m. The three knockout fixtures decide more last-16 spots, with Spain and Portugal carrying star-heavy expectations while Switzerland-Algeria offers a late test of depth and discipline tonight.

By Tanish Chachra

UK Government Rejects Late Pub Hours for England vs Mexico

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UK Government Rejects Late Pub Hours for England vs Mexico

Britain’s government rejected a blanket licensing extension for pubs to show England’s 1 a.m. UK-time World Cup clash with Mexico. Liberal Democrat MP Max Wilkinson warned pubs would miss vital takings, but business minister Kate Dearden said existing relaxations only cover later-evening kickoffs. Pubs without pre-filed Temporary Event Notices now face missing Sunday’s game.

By Tanish Chachra

Romelu Lukaku Admits Penalty Fear as Youri Tielemans Saves Belgium

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Romelu Lukaku Admits Penalty Fear as Youri Tielemans Saves Belgium

Lukaku admitted he wasn't ready for Belgium’s decisive 125th-minute penalty in their 3-2 Round of 32 comeback win over Senegal in Seattle. After scoring in the 86th minute. Lukaku handed it to Tielemans, who converted. “The team comes before everything else,” Lukaku said, praising Senegal’s quality and Belgium’s character. Belgium will next face the USA in the Round of 16.

By Tanish Chachra

Lamine Yamal Jokes He Will “Eat” Marc Cucurella Alive in Clasico

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Lamine Yamal Jokes He Will “Eat” Marc Cucurella Alive in Clasico

Yamal has started teasing Cucurella after the Spain teammate’s move from Chelsea to Real Madrid during the World Cup. Speaking from Spain’s base before the Round of 32 clash with Austria, the Barcelona winger joked about their Clasico duels, saying, “I'm going to eat him alive,” and predicting Cucurella could start one game before being benched in the next.

By Tanish Chachra

Mateus Fernandes Cites Roberto De Zerbi as Reason Behind Manchester United Snub for Spurs

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Mateus Fernandes Cites Roberto De Zerbi as Reason Behind Manchester United Snub for Spurs

"Spurs is a massive club, and the Head Coach was a key part of why I have decided to join," Fernandes said. The 21-year-old scored three goals and four assists in 37 appearances last season. He beat Manchester United to the club record 85m signing. "I can't wait to get started ... and give everything for the Club."

By Tanish Chachra

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