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The waterworks were going around for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's big wedding celebration this past Friday ... and now we know what Taylor said that made her new husband break down in tears when the pair exchanged their vows!

The singer paid tribute to the character of the Kansas City Chiefs star before he was ever an NFL player ... saying even though he was the star athlete in high school, he would still go sit with the less-popular kids who were being bullied at lunchtime ... according to PEOPLE.

To add to the sentiment -- because after all, it's Taylor -- she also said she wishes she knew someone like that when she was in high school.

It turns out being buddies with Travis Kelce didn't guarantee an invite to the Taylor Swift wedding ... 'cause ex-NFL player Will Compton is "flabbergasted" he didn't make the cut.

The "Bussin' With the Boys" podcast host hopped on a call with Dave Portnoy on Monday's "Wake Up Barstool" ... and was asked why he wasn't at Madison Square Garden for the biggest marriage ceremony of the year.

Compton said he initially didn't think much of it when he found out he didn't score an invite ... but admitted the frustration came after he saw who DID.

"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.

10:41 AM PT -- FIFA President Gianni Infantino has responded to the backlash on Trump ... saying "Yes, I regularly discuss matters related to the FIFA World Cup with the President of the United States, and on this matter, I did receive a call from President Donald Trump, just as I receive calls from heads of state, government officials, football stakeholders and business executives from around the world on many different issues."

He adds "During our conversation, I explained that there was an ongoing legal process involving FIFA's independent judicial bodies and that the case would be decided in due course by the competent bodies."

The decisions that are made by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee are brought to Infantino who -- despite whether he agrees with the decision or not --always will "respect those decisions and the autonomy of the bodies that make them."

Donald Trump says we should go to VAR for his self-alleged conversation with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the red card that was given to USMNT striker Folarin Balogun on last Wednesday's U.S. vs. Bosnia World Cup match.

Check out the video ... the President of the United States says all he did was ask for a review and he didn't tell Infantino what to do. He adds "that wasn't a foul ... that wasn't even an infraction" and goes on to call the referee who made the call in that match "a little bit suspect" and has "a past."

ICYMI, Trump asked FIFA to review the call that sent Balogun off the pitch in the U.S. vs. Bosnia game last Wednesday, and on Sunday FIFA revoked the red card that was given ... meaning Balogun is good to play in today's U.S. vs. Belgium World Cup Round of 16 game.

Taylor Swift's Eras Tour dancer Tori Evans apparently didn't get the memo about wearing white to someone else's wedding ... and the internet is letting her have it.

Check out the video and judge the wedding faux pas for yourself ... Evans showed off her look from Taylor and Travis Kelce's wedding in a new video ... rocking a dress that had some fans wondering if she was trying to blend in with the bridal party.

The dancer captioned the post with a nod to Taylor's "Blank Space," writing, "So it's going to be forever..." -- but the comments quickly became less about the song and more about the color of her dress.

Hugh Grant had to pump the brakes on Martin Brundle during his latest F1 gridwalk ... after the longtime broadcaster tried to chat him up about a TV show he wasn't even in.

The hilariously awkward exchange went down before the British Grand Prix, when Brundle spotted Hugh, who came as a guest of Ferrari, and asked about his allegiance to the Italian racing team.

Check it out ... Hugh explained he's a big Ferrari fan and said the team had invited him and two of his sons to the race.

10:15 AM PT -- FIFA dismissed Belgium's appeal ... stating the Royal Belgian Football Association is not a party in the proceedings, meaning it has no standing on the appeal of the decision.

The RBFA has made it clear it will continue to raise hell if Balogun ultimately suits up, which he is free to do following the decision.

The Folarin Balogun drama is far from over -- Belgium was granted a last-minute appeal after the USMNT star's one-game FIFA World Cup ban was suspended on Sunday.

Both America and Belgium were asked to submit their arguments to a FIFA appeals committee by 5 AM on Monday ... hours before the two sides are slated to play a Round of 16 matchup in Seattle, according to The Athletic.

Despite the appeal being granted, Belgium is reportedly pissed about the quick deadline ... as the initial decision was not publicized.

Dustin Poirier is dealing with the fallout from his recent legal K.O. ... revealing he lost a "big" business deal over it all -- but he wants to connect with the responding officer and make amends.

The retired UFC superstar opened up on his public intoxication arrest on the "Diary of a CEO" podcast ... and explained he started drinking because it was Father's Day and he couldn't help but think about his own pops, which made him feel depressed.

Prior to getting to the airport, Poirier said it was a great day -- he spent time with his kids, and his daughter wrote him a letter ... but once he started traveling, he had a few glasses of champagne, which turned into more booze.

England was riding high after beating Mexico in the Round of 16 at the FIFA World Cup ... that is, until one of its players was hospitalized over a freak accident during the postgame celebration.

The big winners were soaking in the 3-2 victory at the Azteca Stadium on Sunday -- fans were singing "Wonderwall," players were hooting and hollering ... and then Jordan Henderson took a tumble over an advertisement structure and appeared to injure himself when he braced his fall.

England manager Thomas Tuchel said Henderson suffered a "quite serious" wrist ailment ... and the player was sent to a medical facility for treatment.

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."

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce may have added a new member to the family ... because Swifties are convinced the newlyweds have quietly become dog parents.

The internet's latest obsession kicked into overdrive after a rumored photo hanging inside Madison Square Garden during their wedding appeared to show them cuddling a tiny white pup. Fans quickly connected it to resurfaced footage from earlier this year that showed a similar-looking fluffy dog hopping out of one of Taylor's vehicles ... and now the detective work is in full swing.

Nobody from Team Taylor or Team Travis has confirmed the furry family addition, and the photo with the pup itself isn't exactly crystal clear ... but that's done little to slow down the speculation.

Taylor Swift's bouquet toss has a winner ... and it stayed in the Chiefs family.

We've learned the lucky guest who walked away with Taylor's bouquet was Ashley Smith -- the older sister of Chiefs offensive lineman Trey Smith, one of Travis Kelce's longtime teammates and a two-time Super Bowl champion.

Ashley shared the happy moment on social media Sunday ... revealing she somehow wound up with the bouquet and joking that she's taking it as a sign of good luck in love. She also congratulated the newlyweds and celebrated what looked like one unforgettable night.

Wedding weekend's over for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce ... and Donna Kelce is leaving New York with the memories -- but not the gossip.

The cameras were rolling as Travis' mom arrived at the airport Sunday ... heading home following the star-studded wedding festivities. She is all smiles when she's asked about the newlyweds, but mum's the word as she keeps it moving without offering any new details.

The quiet exit mirrors the way she arrived in New York last Thursday ... when cameras also caught her making her way through the airport ahead of the highly anticipated ceremony ... this time, repping some Swiftie merch like the #1 mother-in-law she is.

Adam Sandler gave Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce something they won't find on any wedding registry ... a simple piece of marriage advice.

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid stopped by CNN on Sunday and shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse from the wedding ... explaining how Sandler -- who officiated the ceremony -- mixed laughs with heartfelt advice.

Check out the video ... Reid reveals the romantic advice given to the bride and groom, saying the heartfelt moment perfectly balanced the comedian's trademark humor.

Cristiano Ronaldo says this World Cup will be his last ... and one of soccer's greatest careers is officially entering the final stretch.

The Portuguese superstar confirmed Sunday that the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be his final appearance on the sport's biggest stage ... ending months of speculation about whether he'd suit up for another run with his national team.

Ronaldo broke the news ahead of Portugal's Round of 16 showdown against Spain ... admitting this tournament will be his farewell, even if he's not quite ready to hang up the cleats for good. He also insisted he'll retire on his timeline -- not anyone else's.