Trump Mocked After US World Cup Exit Following FIFA Intervention

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President Trump's controversial attempt to influence FIFA regarding a player ban backfired as the US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup.
He faced widespread ridicule and accusations of a "Trump effect" after the team's exit.

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President Trump's controversial attempt to influence FIFA regarding a player ban backfired as the US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the World Cup. He faced widespread ridicule and accusations of a "Trump effect" after the team's exit.

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