Egypt players and staff had accused a referee of being biased towards Argentina during the two sides' last-16 match on Tuesday.

Argentina came from 2-0 down to win 3-2 in a thrilling yet controversial World Cup last-16 match against Egypt.

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

Egypt’s defeat triggered anger from players, coaches and high-profile figures who questioned Fifa's officiating

FIFA has faced scrutiny throughout the tournament over its video assistant referee, which overturned a goal that could have helped Egypt defeat the South American giant.

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan launched an extraordinary attack on the match officials following his side's heartbreaking 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round…

Hossam Hassan insists defending champions did not deserve 3-2 win in Atlanta that secured quarter-finals spot

Hossam Hassan insists defending champions did not deserve 3-2 win in Atlanta that secured quarter-finals spot

Egypt’s exit has led to strong accusations, while a row over Donald Trump’s interference in the tournament rumbles on

Egypt's coach Hossam Hassan accuses FIFA and officials of favouring Argentina after their World Cup defeat, citing unfair decisions and external influences

Egypt files a complaint against the referee after a controversial loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The Egyptian FA wants French referee Francois Letexier and his team excluded from the World Cup after their controversial elimination at the hands of the holders

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Egyptian football officials have reportedly lodged a complaint with FIFA against the referees in their last-16 match.

Egyptian soccer officials criticized a referee from their World Cup loss to Argentina, citing concerns about unfairness in a statement Wednesday.

The Egyptian Football Association said Wednesday it had called for the officiating team from Egypt's 3-2 World Cup last-16 defeat to Argentina to be...

Pierluigi Collina defende a atuação do juiz no jogo Argentina 3 x 2 Egito, muito criticado pelos africanos

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…

Egypt remains incensed at French referee Francois Letexier after his performance in the Round of 16 clash against Argentina at the FIFA World Cup.

Pierluigi Collina, FIFA's chief refereeing officer, defended World Cup officials and emphasized they are not under any outside influences.

Egyptian FA wants referee Francois Letexier and his officiating team removed from the remainder of the World Cup