VAR Decision Sparks Outrage as Argentina Complete 3-2 Comeback Against Egypt
Egypt stunned the defending champions with an early two-goal lead before Messi missed a first-half penalty. A seemingly certain third goal for the Pharaohs was ruled out after a VAR review, sparking fierce debate over the timing of the intervention. Argentina then mounted an incredible fightback. Romero and Messi levelled the score, before Enzo Fernández sealed a dramatic stoppage-time winner to send La Albiceleste into the quarter-finals. The disallowed Egyptian goal dominated social media, with fans accusing FIFA of favouritism and coining "FIFA = Fixing It For Argentina." Despite the loss, Egypt earned praise for their fearless display against the reigning world champions.
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