FIFA World Cup: Refereeing chief denies bias claims in Argentina-Egypt game
Summary
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina defended the referees in the Argentina vs. Egypt World Cup match, rejecting claims of bias. He explained that the referees worked independently and that Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decisions in the game were correct.Key Facts
- Argentina won the match 3-2 against Egypt in a World Cup round of 16 game.
- Egypt complained about refereeing decisions, saying they were unfair.
- Egypt’s coach said there might have been pressure on the referee to favor Argentina.
- FIFA’s Collina said referees and VAR acted properly and independently in the match.
- A goal by Egypt was overturned by VAR due to a foul by an Egyptian player on an Argentine defender.
- A challenge on Egypt’s Mohamed Salah was reviewed but ruled as normal play, not a foul.
- Collina warned that false accusations against referees could lead to threats against them and their families.
- FIFA is confident that referees maintained integrity and followed proper procedures during the tournament.
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