FIFA Bias? Why Balogun Was Red-Carded For a Foul Messi Walked Away From
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Folarin Balogun scored the opener but was sent off for a foul on a Bosnian player. Fans point out Lionel Messi committed the exact same challenge against Algeria without punishment. Critics accuse FIFA of favouritism, noting Messi’s six goals and record-breaking tally at Qatar 2022 might not exist if he’d been red-carded. Some argue Kylian Mbappé deserved the record-breaking honour instead. Do you think Messi has always received special treatment from referees?
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