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euronews July 7, 2026

Cristiano Ronaldo's Career May Be Over

Cristiano Ronaldo's international soccer career may be coming to an end. Portugal's loss to Spain in a late game has left the soccer star emotional. Ronaldo was visibly upset at the final whistle, wiping away tears as he struggled to come to terms with the reality of his team's defeat.

The US team's convincing 4-1 victory over Belgium has been marred by controversy. The Red Devils' win has sparked a heated debate, with many questioning the fairness of the game. At the center of the storm is President Donald Trump, who had called the FIFA president to request a review of the game after the US team's top striker, Folarin Balogun, received a red card against Bosnia Herzegovina. Despite Trump's intervention, Balogun was allowed to play in the game, but failed to score.

The decision to exempt Balogun from the one-match ban has been widely criticized. The European Football Association and the EU Commissioner for Sports have both expressed their disapproval, labeling the move as a clear breach of FIFA's rules. According to William Galliard, a former UEFA president advisor, the situation is a 'scandal' that threatens the fairness of the competition.

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