Ursula von der Leyen declines invite to FIFA World Cup final
politico.eu • • sports
Key Points:
- Belgium has criticized FIFA for allowing American player Folarin Balogun to participate in the upcoming World Cup match, with politicians from various parties expressing strong disapproval.
- European Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef shared his insights and World Cup predictions in an interview with POLITICO in Brussels.
- Somali referee Omar, previously barred from entering the US, has been appointed to officiate a major European football match, with UEFA President Aleksander Čeferin emphasizing the sport's role in connecting people and recognizing Omar's refereeing excellence.
