FIFA boss faces calls for investigation over Trump contact in red card reversal

European lawmakers are mobilizing to probe FIFA President Gianni Infantino after an unprecedented reversal of a World Cup suspension for U.S. striker Folarin Balogun.

US-Belgium was the most-watched soccer telecast in US history

The latest host-nation game between the United States and Belgium in the round of 16 was a hot ticket for fans and TV ratings, turning the broadcast into a ratings demon that now stands as the most-watched soccer telecast in U.S. history. 

FIFA probes incident between IShowSpeed and fan during World Cup

FIFA said it is investigating an incident involving streamer and YouTuber IShowSpeed and a fan in the stands during Friday's World Cup match between Argentina and Cape Verde.

2 US soccer staff members suspended for Belgium game

While Folarin Balogun’s red-card suspension may have been lifted prior to the U.S. men’s soccer team’s eventual loss to Belgium on Monday night, two of the club’s staff members were not as fortunate. 

Over 600 drones have now been seized near World Cup sites

More than 600 drones have been seized near FIFA World Cup venues since the tournament began, according to the TSA.

Late Dallas Cowboys DE Marshawn Kneeland diagnosed with CTE

Researchers at Boston University diagnosed former Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland with Stage 1 CTE following his death by suicide in North Texas last November.

How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Tuesday, July 7

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 continues with two matches taking place in the U.S. and Canada.  Argentina takes on Egypt at Atlanta Stadium and Switzerland and Colombia take to the pitch at Vancouver Stadium.

World Cup: Despite U.S. loss, Phoenix businesses expect booming crowds to continue

Even with the U.S. team out of the tournament, local Phoenix bars are gearing up for two more weeks of high energy and big crowds from diverse fan bases.

World Cup: USA knocked out by Belgium
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The U.S. Men's National Team falls 4-1 to Belgium, ending their 2026 World Cup run. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean has local fan reaction to the match, and hears from businesses who benefited from the matches.

World Cup: Phoenix businesses see crowds
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As World Cup action continues, it also means some businesses in the Phoenix area are benefiting from larger crowds. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean reports.

Kerr Kriisa, former NCAA basketball star, arrested for alleged fraud scheme

Former college basketball player Kerr Kriisa has been accused of fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.2 million from two victims. Here's what to know.

The FIFA rule that allowed Balogun to play despite red card

U.S. striker Folarin Balogun will be available for the team’s Monday World Cup match against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic one-game ban—originally issued after a controversial red card in the Round of 32.

Former NFL player Marcellus Wiley arrested on domestic battery charge

Former NFL player and current sports analyst Marcellus Wiley was arrested at a hotel for a domestic violence charge against his wife. 

How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Monday, July 6

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 continues with the U.S. back in action taking on Belgium on the pitch at Seattle Stadium.  Today's other match has Portugal taking on Spain at Dallas Stadium.

Arizona graduate announces World Cup match
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Arizona State graduate Marco Peralta served as the Spanish-language public address announcer for the Mexico and England World Cup match at Estadio Azteca. FOX 10's Jacob Luthi reports.

FIFA clears Folarin Balogun to play for USMNT against Belgium

FIFA has cleared U.S. men's national team forward Folarin Balogun to play in the Americans' World Cup Round of 16 match against Belgium on Monday in Seattle.

How to watch today’s World Cup matches: Sunday, July 5

The FIFA World Cup Round of 16 continues with two matches taking place in the U.S. and Mexico. The first match features Brazil talking on Norway at New York/New Jersey Stadium followed by Mexico and England on the pitch at Mexico City Stadium.

Chess federation suspends Kramnik for public cheating allegations against Daniel Naroditsky

The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has suspended former world champion Vladimir Kramnik for at least one year after determining that he repeatedly made unsubstantiated public allegations of cheating against several players.