Argentina's Lionel Messi urges referee for respect in heated moment during 2026 World Cup quarterfinal

'Don't be disrespectful - speak to me respectfully': Lionel Messi's unusual exchange with World Cup referee is revealed... as officials face new scrutiny over Argentina's 'rigged' run to the semi-finals

'Don't be disrespectful - speak to me respectfully': Lionel Messi's unusual exchange with World Cup referee is revealed... as officials face new scrutiny over Argentina's 'rigged' run to the semi-finals

Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Advances

For much of us here in Latin America, watching Lionel Messi at a World Cup has become a familiar ritual. On Monday, the Argentine legend delivered another moment that will be remembered long after the 2026 tournament ends. Messi scored both goals in Argentina’s 2-0 victory over Austria, becoming the all-time leading scorer in World [] The post Messi Breaks World Cup Scoring Record as Argentina Advances appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

‘The cup is directed towards Argentina’ – Egypt boss slams refereeing after dramatic World Cup exit

Egypt were left aggrieved by several key decisions.

FIFA's referees chief Pierluigi Collina clarifies VAR call disallowing Germany's goal against Paraguay

New York [US], July 1 (ANI): FIFA's referees chief Pierluigi Collina has reiterated that referees and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will closely scrutinise attacking players who deliberately obstruct defenders or goalkeepers, saying such tactics will be punished during the FIFA World Cup 2026, according to ESPN.His comments came after four-time champions Germany was denied what could have been a match-winnin

Fans de Japón y Túnez vivieron la fiesta en el Estadio Monterrey

Aficionados de Japón y Túnez se dieron cita en el Estadio Monterrey de México para vivir el ambiente del partido de la Copa Mundial de la FIFA 2026. Entre cánticos, banderas y mucha pasión, ambas aficiones disfrutaron de una verdadera fiesta mundialista.

Brazilian referee in the running for Cup final, says outlet

Wilton Pereira Sampaio is among the leading candidates to referee the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.According to UOL reporting, the referee is the Brazilian official entering the final stretch of the tour...

Fans celebrate Messi after record-breaking Argentina victory

Argentine soccer fans at home and abroad celebrate Lionel Messi's historic performance as Argentina defeated Austria 2-0, securing their place in the World Cup knockout stage. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #argentina #lionelmessi #austria #fifa #fifaworldcup #fifaworldcup2026 Read the story here: https://reut.rs/4g0FNrF 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

World Cup officiating draws complaints from coaches and football federations

Refereeing decisions at the 2026 FIFA World Cup have come under increasing scrutiny as coaches, football federations and players question the consistency of officiating and the use of video review during the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Several high-profile matches have been overshadowed by controversial decisions, prompting criticism from national teams and [] The post World Cup officiating draws complaints from coaches and football federations appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Politics, power and the World Cup | Bigger Than Five

The FIFA World Cup is shining a spotlight on politics, discrimination and double standards. Former Iran national team coach Afshin Ghotbi explains why some players are judged by the governments they represent, while others are treated simply as athletes. Then, former US player and academic Jules Boykoff asks whether FIFA is living up to its own principles of neutrality. As football and politics collide, Bigger Than Five examines the controversies beyond the pitch.

Scaloni on Messi taking penalties, VAR controversies and Switzerland clash

Argentina's national team coach discusses if Lionel Messi will keep taking penalties, accusations of referring bias in his side's favour and the pride he feels representing his nation. Leer más

World Cup quarter-final: Frank Leboeuf names Switzerland star to take care of Lionel Messi

France 1998 World Cup winner, Frank Leboeuf, has singled out Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka as the player to keep an eye on Lionel Messi in the quarter-final. Argentina will face off the European team for a spot in the tournament’s semi-finals on Sunday, July 12. Messi has had an outstanding performance thus far, with his latest contribution [] World Cup quarter-final: Frank Leboeuf names Switzerland star to take care of Lionel Messi

FIFA Referees Accused Of 'Subconscious Bias' Amid Argentina vs Egypt VAR Row

FIFA World Cup is facing a very serious charge: Is it rigged to favour Argentina? The claims by fans stemmed from Egypt's 3-2 loss against Argentina

England Players React to World Cup Kick-Off Time Change vs Mexico

How England Players Really Feel About Expected World Cup Kick-Off Time Change vs Mexico

The story of Argentina's love-hate relationship with Lionel Messi

The Rosario native has not always been adored in his own country.

The 3 things every World Cup fan should remember: Breathe, Hydrate, and Choose Healthy Snacks

The FIFA World Cup is more than a football tournament. It is a global emotional event. Across countries, cultures, homes, workplaces, restaurants, viewing centres, fan parks, and stadiums, millions of people gather to watch, cheer, argue, celebrate, and sometimes suffer through every pass, tackle, missed chance, and penalty shootout.

Messi mania has taken over the US | DW News

Argentina fans are known for their crazy devotion of Lionel Messi and his god-like status. But Messi is not just a phenomenon in Argentina. Fans all over the world came to Dallas in Texas to see him play at his last World Cup, where he just broke the all-time goal scorer record. #dwsports #messi #worldcup For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Brazil vs Japan LIVE: World Cup 2026 result, latest updates and fan reaction

Selecao face tricky test against Samurai Blue

Argentina’s Messi Magic Keeps Finding FIFA’s Convenient Blind Spots Again

From Algeria to Egypt, Argentina’s disputed World Cup decisions keep bending toward Lionel Messi, while FIFA insists coincidence explains the pattern. Pierluigi Collina’s defense sounds authoritative, but the numbers, comparisons, and institutional incentives tell a darker story for global football. The post Argentina’s Messi Magic Keeps Finding FIFA’s Convenient Blind Spots Again appeared first on LatinAmerican Post.

Argentina survives Cape Verde scare; Colombia, Egypt reach World Cup last 16

Miami, July 5: Lionel Messi wiped the sweat from his forehead and breathed a sigh of relief. His Argentina teammates did...

Tokyo celebrates as Japan secures World Cup knockout spot

Soccer fans in Tokyo celebrated on Friday after Japan drew with Sweden in their final World Cup group stage match, sending both sides through to the knockout round. (AP video shot by: Alessandro Libri and Ayaka McGill) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Argentina's Lionel Messi reflects on excitement of facing England for the first time in World Cup clash

Argentina Lionel Messi considers the 2026 World Cup semifinal against England a special occasion as he faces the Three Lions for the first time in his career.

Mesin gol pamer bisa

LOS ANGELES: Pentas Piala Dunia 2026 menjadi medan Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, dan Erling Haaland mempamerkan sentuhan berbisa untuk membantu pasukan masing-masing mengharungi kempen awal kejohanan dengan cemerlang. Tumpuan utama sudah tentu terarah kepada Messi,39, yang telah mengumpul lima gol selepas dua perlawanan, dengan terbaharu meledak dua gol ketika Argentina menewaskan Austria 2-0 dalam aksi ... Read more The post Mesin gol pamer bisa appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

Lionel Messi's Fiery Words to Referee During Argentina's Win Over Switzerland Revealed

Lionel Messi had a rare heated exchange with referee Joao Pinheiro during Argentina's win over Switzerland, reportedly demanding more respect from the official.

FIFA fan zone at Venice Beach brings World Cup fever to excited fans

Excited soccer fans gathered at the FIFA fan zone in Venice Beach, California, to enjoy activities celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup. KTLA's Jillian Smukler reports. Details: https://venicebeachfwc26.com/ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

England warned about ‘one-sided refereeing’ before Argentina World Cup semi-final

England warned about ‘one-sided refereeing’ before Argentina World Cup semi-final