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Raphael Claus receives support from FPF amid the controversy with Trump in the Cup
Sports The Paulista Football Federation published a note to defend the Brazilian referee from the criticism he received from the current president of the United States 06/07/2026..
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The following year Claus opened the way to being a referee of CBF's first rank as well: he whistled 11 Series A duels. In 2015 he joined the Fifa Board. Criticized by Trump, Raphael Claus ribiter h 18 years and is in his second World Cup. Claus was selected for two editions of the World Cup and chosen to lead the Copa América 2024 final, as well as numerous nominations for games of utmost relevance, including seven Paulistão finals and several individual awards.
Furthermore, The Belgian Football Federation (RBFA) filed an appeal against the reinstatement of Balogun, which was rejected on Monday by the Fifa Appeal Committee, while Uefa considered that the maximum football entity crossed "a red line" with its decision. Balogun's expulsion and Trump's demonstration against the Brazilian referee are viralizing because Fifa decided to cancel the player's suspension after an alleged request by the US government.
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The following year Claus opened the way to being a referee of CBF's first rank as well: he whistled 11 Series A duels. In 2015 he joined the Fifa Board.
according to Folha de S.Paulo — Em Cima da HoraCriticized by Trump, Raphael Claus ribiter h 18 years and is in his second World Cup.
according to Folha de S.Paulo — Em Cima da HoraClaus was selected for two editions of the World Cup and chosen to lead the Copa América 2024 final, as well as numerous nominations for games of utmost relevance, including seven Paulistão finals and several individual awards.
according to MetrópolesThe Belgian Football Federation (RBFA) filed an appeal against the reinstatement of Balogun, which was rejected on Monday by the Fifa Appeal Committee, while Uefa considered that the maximum football entity crossed "a red line" with its decision.
according to G1Balogun's expulsion and Trump's demonstration against the Brazilian referee are viralizing because Fifa decided to cancel the player's suspension after an alleged request by the US government.
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