Messi quickly became embroiled in controversy after he appeared to stamp on the calf and Achilles area of Algeria's Aissa Mandi from behind while he tried to make a tackle.

Messi quickly became embroiled in controversy after he appeared to stamp on the calf and Achilles area of Algeria's Aissa Mandi from behind while he tried to make a tackle.

Lionel Messi controversially avoided a red card for a tackle on Algerian captain Aïssa Mandi during Argentina’s 3-0 World Cup win, allowing him to complete a hat-trick and tie…

The World Cup faces accusations that it is 'rigged' after Lionel Messi avoided being shown a red card for Argentina during their 3-0 win over Algeria in Group J

Algeria players and supporters appealed for punishment after Lionel Messi stepped on Mandi's calf. but the referee decided against taking any further action. | Football News