Argentina Coach Breaks Silence on Officiating Criticism Amid Egypt Drama
Summary
Argentina’s soccer coach, Lionel Scaloni, said the referees made the right decision when a goal for Egypt was canceled after video review in their recent World Cup match. He rejected claims that Argentina got special treatment and said the referees were clear about how they would apply the rules throughout the tournament.Key Facts
- Argentina played Egypt in the World Cup Round of 16.
- A goal scored by Egypt was canceled due to a foul after a video review (VAR).
- The Egyptian Football Association criticized the refereeing, feeling it was unfair.
- Argentina’s coach Lionel Scaloni said there was no favoritism for Argentina.
- Scaloni mentioned that people have claimed bias against Argentina since 1986.
- Officials explained before the tournament how they would call fouls, and followed that.
- Scaloni said social media often exaggerates controversies about refereeing.
- Argentina will play Switzerland next in the tournament.
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