DARK SECRETS: 13 - The Real Truth

Egypt star claims World Cup is ‘directed towards Argentina’ after controversial loss

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The Independent UK · Jul 8

‘Suffered an injustice': Egypt coach blasts referee in dramatic World Cup exit to Argentina

Egypt ⁠coach ⁠Hossam Hassan on Tuesday said his team had "suffered an injustice" in ​the wake of his team's loss to Argentina in a round of 16 match in Atlanta. Hassan took issue with the French referee on several counts, including a decision that disallowed a goal that had initially…

France 24 · Jul 8

World Cup 2026: Egypt fury after Argentina win thriller, injured Henderson staying with England – as it happened

Egypt complained about the officials in their defeat to Argentina and Henderson underwent surgery

The Guardian - UK · Jul 8

Argentina VAR Decision Questioned After Ex-World Cup Official Cites 'Three Chances' to Regain Ball

A former FIFA official criticises a VAR decision in Argentina's 3-2 win over Egypt, arguing it violated FIFA's Attacking Possession Phase guidelines, sparking debate over officiating fairness.

International Business Times UK · Jul 8

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who won yesterday's matches? Argentina, Spain and Belgium book quarterfinal spots

Argentina secured a thrilling comeback win against Egypt to advance. Spain narrowly defeated Portugal, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup journey. Belgium decisively beat the United States with a strong performance. These victories propelled Argentina, Spain, and Belgium into the quarterfinals. The teams will now prepare for their next challenging matches.

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Egypt Makes Formal Complaint to FIFA After Controversial World Cup Exit vs. Argentina

Hossam Hassan didn’t hold back after he felt his side was unfairly eliminated from the World Cup.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 8

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to set up last-eight date with Argentina

Switzerland beat Colombia in a penalty shootout on Tuesday to advance to the last eight at the World Cup for the first time since 1954. They will play Argentina on Saturday in Kansas City.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 7

Tearful Messi inspires Argentina to stunning comeback win over Egypt

ATLANTA - Lionel ​Messi inspired Argentina to a remarkable World Cup fightback as they ‌came from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2 in a dramatic last-16 game on Tuesday before sobbing tears of relief at the final whistle.

Bangkok Post · Jul 7

Switzerland edge Colombia in dramatic penalty shoot-out to set up World Cup quarter-final with Argentina

Switzerland claimed a famous 4-3 win in a tense shoot-out after a goalless draw after extra-time in Kanas City, with Lionel Messi’s Argentina next, having survived a scare with Egypt

The Independent UK · Jul 7

Fifa accused of World Cup ‘fix’ after Egypt’s controversial defeat to Argentina

Egypt were left upset after Mostafa Ziko’s goal was disallowed and claimed a penalty in the build-up to Argentina’s winning goal in the come-from-behind 3-2 win for the defending champions

The Independent UK · Jul 7