The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) said Wednesday it “cannot remain silent” after what it believes was unfair and biased officiating in Egypt's 3-2 round of 16 loss against Argentina on Tuesday

Egypt’s Mostafa Zico slams referee and VAR after Argentina’s dramatic World Cup comeback, calling the 3-2 Round of 16 defeat a rigged game.

Egyptian supporters, along with many neutrals, accused officials of favouring the reigning world champions.

Egypt forward Mostafa Ziko also criticised the officiating after the match.