FIFA Refereeing Chief Breaks Silence On Argentina vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026 Controversy
- FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina defended referees' independence and dismissed bias allegations after Argentina's 3-2 win over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16.
- Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan claimed Egypt was unfairly treated due to refereeing decisions, including a disallowed goal and an unpenalized foul, asserting they were 'cheated' out of a quarterfinal place.
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FIFA went out to defend French judge François Letexier, harshly criticized for the selection of Egypt after his elimination at the hands of Argentina. “No one can claim that the arbitration of our entity can be influenced by anyone, not even by President Gianni Infantino,” who “always gave his full support” to the team respecting his “independence,” said Pierluigi Collina, responsible for the referees in the governing body of world football.“Of …
Fifa's referee chief hits back at Argentina bias claims saying 'nobody can question integrity of officials'
Fifa's referees' chief, Pierluigi Collina, has hit back at claims of bias towards Argentina from Egypt, saying that "nobody can question the integrity of World Cup officials".The Egyptian Football Association called for French referee Francois Letexier and his team to be sent home following several decisions that went against them in their 3-2 loss to the world champions.Egypt coach Hossam Hassan suggested that Fifa showed favouritism towards Ar…
On Thursday, the boss of the referees of the Fifa gave his support to the decisions of François Letexier, criticized after Argentina's victory over Egypt.
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