Trump administration ousts Seattle US attorney 54 minutes into job
What's new: Federal judges had unanimously picked Roger Rogoff to fill a vacancy the president had not addressed, setting up a legal fight.
The New York Times, The Straits Times +3
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Pulisic fractures leg in US 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium
What's next: The AC Milan forward is expected to miss several weeks but could resume training before Milan's Aug. 23 opener at Torino.
PBS NewsHour, The Hill +1
Belgium routs US 4-1 in World Cup as Balogun dispute lingers
What's next: Belgium advanced to the quarterfinals, while scrutiny is shifting to FIFA's reversal of Folarin Balogun's ban.
CNBC, Fox News
Belgium routs U.S. 4-1, knocking co-hosts out of World Cup
What's new: The loss in Seattle followed a furor over FIFA clearing Folarin Balogun to play after his red card was overturned.
The Guardian (Football), PBS NewsHour +4
Trump sought FIFA review after Balogun ban was lifted for Belgium tie
Why it matters: UEFA called the move a dangerous precedent, warning political pressure could undermine on-field discipline at the World Cup.
US gives Iran 2-day entry window for Seattle World Cup match
What's next: Iran will still have to leave the US the night its June 26 game against Egypt ends, despite complaints over earlier limits.
US gives Iran 2-day entry window before Seattle World Cup match
What's new: Iran can arrive before its June 26 game with Egypt, but must still leave the US the night the match ends.
US beats Australia 2-0 to reach World Cup round of 32
US leads Group D with 6 points from two matches, while Australia stays in second and still has a path to advance.
BBC News (World), Antara News +5
USA face Australia in Seattle, Group D match for Round of 32 berth
Mauricio Pochettino keeps the 4-2-3-1, while Australia stay in 5-4-1 after their 2-0 win over Turki.
Antara News, Republika +1
Balogun’s 2 World Cup goals spotlight US birthright fight
Why it matters: The striker’s eligibility rests on the 14th Amendment as the Supreme Court weighs Trump’s order within weeks.
Pulisic's calf injury clouds US lineup for World Cup match vs Australia
What's next: Mauricio Pochettino planned a late medical review, with the US saying Pulisic could still return for the following group game.
NPR, The Guardian (Football) +1
Belgium, Egypt in Seattle with De Bruyne, Salah starting
The Group G opener could quickly shape the race for two knockout spots, with Iran and New Zealand also in contention.
Republika, Antara News +1
US opens 2026 World Cup with 4-1 win over Paraguay
What’s next: The Americans face Australia in Seattle on Friday after Gio Reyna’s outside-foot goal became an early tournament highlight.
Series: Fifa World Cup 2026 · Group Stage · 4 chapters since Jun 13Iran national team can enter U.S. only on World Cup matchday
The move forces Iran to shift its training camp to Mexico and scrap plans to practice in Tucson, Arizona.
Antara News, Republika