Egypt’s Hassan and Zico suspended over FIFA World Cup refereeing criticism
Summary
Egypt’s head coach Hossam Hassan and player Mostafa Zico were suspended by FIFA for criticizing referees after Egypt’s World Cup loss to Argentina. The Egyptian Football Association plans to appeal the bans, which could affect upcoming matches in African tournaments.Key Facts
- Hossam Hassan was suspended for three matches and Mostafa Zico for five matches by FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee.
- Ibrahim Hassan, the national team manager and Hossam’s twin brother, also received a three-match suspension.
- The suspensions are related to their public criticism of refereeing decisions during Egypt’s World Cup loss to Argentina.
- Egypt lost 2-1 in the round of 16, after leading 2-0 early in the match.
- Egypt’s team had a goal disallowed and believed they were unfairly treated by the referees.
- The Egyptian Football Association has requested detailed reasons for the suspensions and plans to appeal.
- Suspensions may affect Egypt’s next Africa Cup of Nations qualifying games and matches in March.
- FIFA’s refereeing chief defended the referees and warned that accusations could lead to threats against referees.
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