EU lawmakers are demanding a formal investigation into the Folarin Balogun "scandal," putting FIFA president Gianni Infantino under renewed scrutiny. Andrew Giuliani, a World Cup chief under Donald Trump, suggested the incident may have impacted the USMNT's performance.

Adding to the USMNT's woes, Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his leg during the team's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup last 16. England winger Anthony Gordon viewed a foul-mouthed rant from Mexico boss Javier Aguirre as a "compliment."

In transfer news, Arsenal is reportedly preparing an initial offer for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes. Manchester United continues to pursue West Ham's Crysencio Summerville to strengthen their midfield. Rangers are considering a move for winger Vaclav Cerny, while Celtic's Cameron Carter-Vickers believes the squad needs a summer overhaul. Elsewhere, Jurgen Klopp is rumored to be nearing a return to management with Germany, and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal expressed hope for Julian Alvarez's transfer to the club.