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From @TheAthleticFC: Spain lead France 1-0 after the first half of their semifinal. "France are more rattled than we have seen at this World Cup, where they have so often been untouchable." Dive into the half-time analysis: nyti.ms/4piRxbs

From @TheAthleticFC: The International Olympic Committee has been asked to investigate whether Gianni Infantino was involved in the decision to suspend U.S. forward Folarin Balogun’s one-match World Cup ban — a claim the FIFA president has denied. nyti.ms/4pm0j8v

France are a goal down against Spain in Dallas, but should they also be a man down? Michael Olise was very fortunate to escape a yellow for this challenge on Rodri. 🔗 bit.ly/3QQQpze

Breaking News: Forecasters issued a high-risk alert for excessive rain in parts of Texas, warning of potentially “catastrophic” flooding. nyti.ms/4fzFnaN

From @TheAthleticFC: Mikel Oyarzabal scored a first-half penalty to give Spain the lead over France in the World Cup semifinal. nyti.ms/4aSoSUI

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has been asked to investigate whether Gianni Infantino was involved in the decision to suspend U.S. forward Folarin Balogun’s one-match World Cup ban — a claim the FIFA president, who is an IOC member, has denied. The request was made by FairSquare, a non-profit organization and advocacy group which focuses mainly on global labour migration rights, political repression and sport. More from @amelieaclaydon and @millar_colin 🔗 nyti.ms/4pm1xAQ

It's star-studded, talent-rich and a matchup of two of Europe's premier modern powers. It's France vs. Spain with a spot in the World Cup final on the line. And it's about to begin: nyti.ms/4aNzVP6

FIFA is targeting half-time during the World Cup final at MetLife Stadium to last no longer than 20 minutes. FIFA has previously said the performance will be 11 minutes long and described it as a “landmark celebration at the intersection of sport, music and global impact.” World football’s governing body, however, is yet to reveal the total length of half-time during the final, although multiple sources have told The Athletic they are targeting it to last around 20 minutes. More from @Dan_Sheldon and @AdamCrafton_ ⬇️ bit.ly/4pkFsm9

From @TheAthleticFC: FIFA is set to wait until after the World Cup to take disciplinary action against outspoken players and coaches. Any sanction will depend on the referees’ reports and other contributing factors. nyti.ms/4aSrWQM

From @TheAthleticFC: Michael Olise, France's balletically brilliant footballer, is truly unique. Quick-witted and smart, the enigmatic player scored 127 on an IQ test in 2024. As for his football intelligence, it’s off the scale. nyti.ms/3QSk0bx

Breaking News: The Trump administration is said to have ordered ICE to halt most vehicle stops after agents fatally shot a man in Houston and another in coastal Maine, both in their vehicles. nyti.ms/4aRBRpN (edited)

Breaking News: President Trump retreated from his plan to charge ships for using the Strait of Hormuz, as he reimposes a blockade of Iranian ports. nyti.ms/4vpGNcJ

Breaking News: President Trump paid E. Jean Carroll $5.6 million after he was found liable for sexual assault and defamation in a civil case. nyti.ms/4wNIIJr

From @TheAthleticFC: Whichever semifinal teams prevail, we will be in for a mouthwatering World Cup final on Sunday. But history suggests England and Argentina are at a significant disadvantage by playing a day later. nyti.ms/4fetMg9

From @TheAthleticFC: Norway star Erling Haaland returned home from the World Cup in North America with an unusual souvenir. The striker bought the raccoon during a visit to Wild Bill’s Western Store, which has been in Dallas for almost 50 years. nyti.ms/4ymMjzB

From @TheAthletic: Needing an improbable late push to beat Kyle Schwarber, Jordan Walker did just that, playing spoiler for Kyle Schwarber and Philly. He launched six consecutive homers — enough to take home the 2026 Home Run Derby championship. nyti.ms/4fhaF4Y

From @TheAthleticFC: Good luck to Spain's goalkeeper, write our World Cup reporters. France have a truly outrageous front line. Their bench is not bad either. These are our experts' predictions for today's juggernaut semifinal between France and Spain: nyti.ms/457Sbz7

Breaking News: U.S. inflation cooled to a 3.5% annual rate in June, when energy prices moderated amid a brief pause in the war with Iran. nyti.ms/4vyuL0S

a bit of news: OpenAI strikes a deal with Kalshi to put prediction market data about World Cup games into ChatGPT nytimes.com/2026/07/13/tec…

Pat Oliphant, who for decades skewered powerful officials with boldness and acid wit, has died at 90. nyti.ms/4wI64Qw