WC 2026 ⚽ · 8 July 2026
Egypt coach claims World Cup is rigged for Argentina
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Egypt's head coach Hossam Hassan has accused officials of unfairly favouring Argentina after his side lost a dramatic last-16 tie 3-2, having led 2-0. Hassan claimed the tournament was "directed towards Argentina" to keep Lionel Messi involved, pointing to a disallowed Egypt goal and a penalty appeal that was waved away before Argentina's late winner. He said he felt his team had suffered an injustice and would not watch the rest of the World Cup.
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