Al Jazeera·3 min read·medium
VAR call, Argentina win over Egypt raise questions of legitimacy at World Cup
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Controversy has erupted at the World Cup following Argentina's win over Egypt, with critics questioning the influence of political figures and FIFA on match outcomes. Egypt's coach suggested that officials may have been pressured to keep Lionel Messi in the tournament, echoing broader concerns about FIFA's integrity.
Experts question political influence and the need to keep Lionel Messi’s side in the World Cup amid Egypt’s heartbreak.
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