AI-generated anime videos of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have gone viral across TikTok, Instagram, X and YouTube, transforming soccer stars like Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi into shonen-st…
Rosie O'Donnell criticized Donald Trump for intervening in the World Cup to overturn a red card for U.S. player Folarin Balogun, calling the move corrupt and horrifying. She also condemned Trump's AI-…
President Donald Trump's phone call to FIFA President Gianni Infantino led to the overturning of a red card suspension for U.S. player Folarin Balogun during the World Cup, sparking debate over politi…
The U.S. men's national team exited the World Cup after a 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, drawing harsh criticism from fans and pundits. Controversy surrounded FIFA's decision to suspend Folar…
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei said his team is still being treated unfairly by the U.S. at the World Cup due to travel restrictions and visa refusals, forcing them to curtail training ahead of their match…
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum criticized FIFA for high World Cup ticket prices that are out of reach for most Mexicans, urging the organization to reflect on soccer's role beyond business. She p…