Egypt were ‘cheated’ in World Cup loss to Argentina, coach Hassan says
Summary
Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan said his team was unfairly treated after losing 3-2 to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16. Egypt led 2-0 but Argentina made a late comeback, while Hassan criticized some referee decisions and the use of video review during the match.Key Facts
- Egypt lost 3-2 to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16 in Atlanta.
- Egypt took a 2-0 lead before Argentina came back to win.
- Coach Hassan claimed Egypt was "cheated" and faced unfair refereeing.
- A goal by Egypt’s Mostafa Zico was disallowed after a video review for an earlier foul.
- Egypt believes a penalty should have been given for a foul on Hamdy Fathy before Argentina’s winning goal.
- Lionel Messi missed a penalty but later scored an equalizer.
- Hassan suggested referees may have been influenced to keep Argentina and Messi in the tournament.
- Hassan criticized the match’s noon kickoff time as unsuitable for players.
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