2026 FIFA World Cup Live Updates
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Key Points:
- The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) condemned refereeing decisions and the use of VAR in Egypt's 3-2 World Cup round-of-16 loss to Argentina, citing key controversial calls that affected the match outcome.
- Egypt had a goal disallowed after a VAR review for an alleged foul, and late penalty appeals were denied, leading to frustration from players, coaches, and pundits who questioned the fairness and consistency of officiating.
- EFA President Hany Abo Rida filed an official complaint against French referee Francois Letexier and his assistants, while coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of bias and external pressure influencing decisions.
- England's World Cup team enjoyed a morale boost with a visit from singer Ed Sheeran, and Norway's squad faced health challenges ahead of their quarter-final match against England.
- Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals by defeating Colombia on penalties, while the U.S. men's team set domestic viewership records despite their round-of-16 loss to Belgium, with two U.S. staff members suspended by FIFA for protocol violations.
