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A series of disputes — from the denial of entry to a Somali referee to political meddling in disciplinary decisions — have turned the 2026 World Cup preparation into a saga of controversy.
A series of high‑profile VAR interventions have sparked debate over fairness and the role of emerging technology in international soccer.
A disputed VAR call that sent Switzerland goalkeeper Gregor Kobel off ignited accusations of tournament rigging, but Argentina prevailed 3‑1 in extra time, setting up a semifinal clash with England.
Egypt’s 3‑2 defeat to Argentina was marred by disputed VAR calls, leading the Egyptian Football Association to lodge a formal complaint and prompting former players to weigh in on the standard of refereeing.
Argentina overturned a 2‑1 deficit with three goals in the dying minutes, highlighted by Enzo Fernandez's winner, to set up a showdown with either Switzerland or Colombia.
A dramatic second‑half turnaround sees Argentina overturn an early deficit to defeat Egypt 3‑2 and advance to the quarter‑finals.
Argentina rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat Egypt 3-2, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the win in stoppage time. The victory puts the defending champions one step away from back-to-back World Cup titles.
A dramatic final‑minute goal by Enzo Fernandez caps a 3‑2 victory over Egypt, highlighting Lionel Messi's saved penalty and setting up a quarter‑final clash with the winner of Switzerland or Colombia.
Argentina will field a revised attack against Egypt after a hard‑fought victory over Cape Verde, while Egypt looks to build on a penalty shootout win against Australia.
Egypt's star forward Mohamed Salah left the World Cup match against Iran due to a knee injury, but coach Hossam Hassan says the setback is minor and Salah should be ready for the upcoming knockout game against Australia.