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Former USMNT star Herculez Gomez feels we are headed in a bad direction if President Trump is seemingly calling in favors to FIFA President Gianni Infantino ... because that could mean other world leaders might be inclined to do the same.

Check out the clip ... we spoke with the sports commentator on "TMZ Live" today to ask him what he made of Folarin Balogun's red card suspension ... and he's concerned to say the least.

Not only does he feel FIFA has "opened up Pandora's Box" by entertaining Trump's call to Infantino ... but he also feels this whole situation has brought the United States back to being "that ugly big brother ... that bully," which completely undermines the good work the nation has done as hosts of the World Cup and as a team on the pitch.

​A man behaving erratically caused quite a stir outside Taylor's Swift and Travis Kelce's rehearsal dinner at Madison Square Garden last Thursday -- and the situation got so tense the man had to be escorted away by NYPD officers, TMZ has learned.

The insane incident went down Thursday night outside MSG in Midtown Manhattan, where, inside the venue, the pop star, her then-fiancé, Travis, and about 100 other people gathered for the special dinner one day before Taylor and Travis tied the knot.

Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the deranged man tried to blow past officers to go inside Penn Station, the transportation hub below MSG. We're told the man was not a Swiftie trying to break into MSG.

Jey Uso’s wife, Takecia Fatu, filed for divorce from the WWE star following 12 years of marriage ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, Takecia listed the date of marriage as February 13, 2014 and said the marriage was “irretrievably broken.”

She says they share one minor son, named Jeyce, who was born in 2012 and a son who is over 18. Takecia asked the court to award her primary physical custody of their kid, but was open to joint legal custody.

Dianna Russini is patching things up with her husband, Kevin Goldschmidt, after she was snapped getting all touchy-feely with New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel.

The former NFL reporter for The Athletic was spotted on a Royal Caribbean Cruise with Goldschmidt -- a Shake Shack executive -- and their two sons over the July 4 weekend.

TMZ obtained photos showing Russini hanging out with her family inside the ship.

Joe Jonas and Tatiana Gabriela are turning their Italian getaway into one serious thirst trap ... showing off plenty of skin during a sun-soaked day by the pool.

The singer stripped down for a sun-soaked day in Portofino Monday, showing off his toned physique while Tatiana cranked up the heat in a skimpy red bikini as the couple lounged, sipped cocktails and cooled off in the pool.

Check out the photos ... Joe and Tatiana were practically attached at the hip, chatting face-to-face in the water, kicking back along the edge of the pool with drinks in hand and soaking up every second of their romantic Italian escape.

If you wanted to do a check-in with 'Real Housewives of New York' star Dorinda Medley ... her response might be 'not well, b****!" ... because she is taking her neighbor to court for alleging building on a shed that touches her property!

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ ... Dorinda is asking the judge to find that her neighbor's new shed, fence, and driveway encroach on her fancy property in Massachusetts.  She wants the judge to order the immediate removal of the neighbor's stuff on her property.

Dorinda claims the neighbor constructed a shed and expanded their driveway onto her property ... which the New York housewife eventually noticed and hired a land surveyor in May to complete a survey of the two properties that determined the encroachments were, in fact, on her turf.

"The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" alum Annemarie Wiley’s husband, Marcellus Wiley, was ordered not to come near her after he was arrested for domestic violence ... TMZ has learned.

According to court docs, obtained by TMZ, a Florida judge entered a no-contact order barring Marcellus from contacting Annemarie or coming within 500 feet of her or the home.

The order also instructs Marcellus not to reach out to his wife on social media or have any third party send her messages.

1:15 PM PT -- Marcellus addresses the allegations on Monday, writing, "I’m deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and concern for me and my itty bitties. Your support is fully appreciated. I completely and unequivocally deny these allegations, and I’m certain the truth will prevail."

Former NFL star Marcellus Wiley allegedly got physical with his wife Annemarie before his domestic violence arrest over the July 4 weekend -- she told cops he poked her in the cheek and threatened to kill her ... this according to the arrest affidavit.

According to the docs, obtained by TMZ ... Marcellus and Annemarie were inside a hotel room in Orlando, Florida, on Saturday afternoon when things went awry and the former "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star called police to report a battery.

When officers arrived at the World Marriott, they say Annemarie told them she wanted her husband removed from their room because she was afraid of him after he threatened to take her life. The docs say their three children were also in the room along with other kids, all of whom were at the hotel to attend a basketball tournament.

Justin Bieber's making waves again ... only this time, it's literally on an Idaho lake.

TMZ has obtained photos of the Biebs cruising around Lake Coeur d'Alene Sunday morning ... shirtless and rocking pink swim trunks as he zipped across the water on what appears to be an electric paddleboard.

We're told Justin headed out around 11 AM after getting off a boat that appeared to have 4 people aboard ... but once he hit the water, he was riding solo.

The legal fallout from Big Tigger's domestic violence case is growing ... his radio co-host, Francesca Amiker, is now suing his estranged wife.

According to court documents, obtained by TMZ, Amiker filed a defamation suit against Alicia Brown ... claiming she lied about her on social media by posting the Emmy Award-winning journalist had an affair with Big Tigger and helped destroy their marriage.

Amiker insists her relationship with the radio host has always been strictly professional and claims Brown's posts labeling her a "homewrecker" unleashed a wave of online hate, which damaged her reputation, cost her business opportunities, and forced her to hire a crisis management team. She's seeking unspecified damages.

Amar'e Stoudemire could end up being Rabbi STAT one day ... 'cause he tells TMZ Sports he's been studying so much, it's not out of the realm of possibility!!

We've talked to the former NBA star plenty of times over the years ... and during some of those interactions, he's been positioned in front of shelves of prayer books.

Considering Stoudemire converted to Judaism years ago, we asked what his goals are ... and he explained he is keeping his brain active and "always preparing for what's next."

Nancy Pelosi's husband Paul Pelosi's alleged hit-and-run is triggering a possible major consequence ... the DMV may now decide whether he should still be on the road ... TMZ has learned.

Henry Wofford -- a spokesperson for the Napa County Sheriff's Office -- tells TMZ ... a deputy submitted a DMV recertification exam request after Paul's hit-and-run investigation -- a move that typically leads to the DMV testing a driver's skills, knowledge of traffic laws, and vision before deciding whether they're still fit to drive.

We're told us the referral wasn't made solely because Paul is 86 years old ... but because deputies believed a fresh evaluation was appropriate in the interest of public safety after the crash.

The celebrity wedding of the year is over ... and Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper are skipping town.

They were spotted making their way through the airport after Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's star-studded Madison Square Garden wedding festivities ... looking relaxed as they caught a flight out of New York.

Check out the video ... the couple keeps a low profile as they make their way through the airport, putting a bow on a whirlwind wedding weekend before heading off to their next destination.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce didn't just throw a wedding reception, they turned it into an unforgettable game night complete with luxury raffle prizes including watches from Cartier, TMZ has learned.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... attendees at the newlyweds' star-studded celebration were invited to play games throughout the evening ... earning raffle tickets for a chance to win an array of prizes.

Among Cartier watches were also multiple designer handbags ... but the item that really stole the show was a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle with the license plat "JUST&T MRD" -- the same model of classic car the couple famously rode in together on their first date, NBC News was first to report.

Former NFL star and longtime sportscaster Marcellus Wiley was arrested in Florida over the holiday weekend, TMZ Sports has learned.

According to jail records obtained by TMZ Sports, Wiley was booked into the Orange County Jail on July 4 on a charge of domestic battery.

The 51-year-old remained listed in the jail system following the arrest. According to custody records, he is being held without bond. Details surrounding the alleged incident that led to the charge and who was involved were not immediately available.

The 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers had a ball celebrating the 10-year anniversary of their NBA Finals win ... but don't expect the 2004 Detroit Pistons to ever follow suit -- 'cause Ben Wallace tells TMZ Sports that's simply not their style.

We caught up with Big Ben at LAX recently ... and had to ask if his championship squad has remained as close as LeBron James, Kevin Love, and the rest of the Wine and Gold roster from a decade ago.

As we previously reported, Bron, Love, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, Tristan Thompson, and more jetted off to Saint-Tropez for several days of debauchery -- and the content was hilarious.