# Rapinoe vs Trump, Norway Files FIFA Complaint, Gordon to Barcelona

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Podcast: [The Messi Effect: Daily Soccer Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-messi-effect-the-2026-world-cup-6458829)
Published: 2026-07-24T11:23:05+00:00
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Duration seconds: 370

## Resource

Today's episode covers six stories. Lead with Norway's ethics complaint to FIFA — Norwegian FA president Lise Klaveness filing over Folarin Balogun's red card reversal, calling out Trump's call to Infantino and one-person decision by Mohammad Al Kamali. Second story: Megan Rapinoe on The Daily Show says Trump's interference killed the USMNT underdog vibe, distraction hurt the young squad. Third story: Anthony Gordon joins Barcelona from Newcastle for €70m (up to €80m with add-ons), including €5m trophy bonus and €1m/season appearance clause, Gordon speaking Spanish at unveiling. Fourth story: Barcelona still chasing Nunez, Alvarez, and Laporte — Atletico's Cerezo says Alvarez stays, Terzic calls Laporte pursuit disrespectful. Fifth story: Nicolas Otamendi retires from Argentina at 38 after World Cup Final loss. Closer: Europa League qualifiers shock — Benfica lost 2-1 to St. Gallen, Ferencvaros beat FC Twente. Subscribe for Premier League, MLS & Champions League coverage. AI was used for news gathering and production assistance. #Rapinoe #Trump #FIFA #Balogun #Norway #Klaveness #Gordon #Barcelona #Newcastle #Otamendi #Argentina #EuropaLeague #Benfica #WorldCup2026 #Football #Soccer #CalorogaSharkMedia

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