‘Wanted Lionel Messi to stay in the running’ - Egypt bemoan ‘injustice’ after agonising World Cup defeat to Argentina that delivered more VAR controversy
Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan has accused officials of bias following a 3-2 World Cup loss to Argentina. Hassan claims the match was influenced by external factors intended to keep Lionel Messi in the tournament, citing controversial VAR decisions and a disallowed goal.
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has sensationally claimed his side were victims of an "injustice" following their dramatic 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Argentina. The Pharaohs surrendered a two-goal lead in Atlanta as the reigning champions mounted a late comeback, but the match was defined by a series of contentious officiating decisions that left the African giants fuming.
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