'One-sided' World Cup refs accused of 'giving Argentina every decision' to send Lionel Messi into a World Cup semi-final against England: Switzerland stars rage - just days after Egypt's 'rigging' accusations

You Can’t Do That, Man

The master plan is clear to anyone with eyes. FIFA rigged the World Cup draw so Argentina would become the first team to make the semis without playing a side ranked in the top 15. FIFA has rigged every match in favor of Argentina. FIFA demanded that the VAR take away Egypt's second goal over a much-delayed foul call. In that same match, FIFA instructed the referees to not call a foul by Argentina's Julián Alvarez on Mohammed Salah. FIFA even put an all-Argentine referee crew on the France-Morocco match. And, during Saturday night's quarter-final against Switzerland, FIFA pulled out the big guns, rigging the game in Argentina's favor by forcing Breel Embolo to commit the single stupidest dive I've ever seen. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ttdGtk8eGI

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.

Egypt's manager makes bombshell accusation about Lionel Messi and world champions - as he claims last-16 World Cup clash was rigged due to commercial reasons

Egypt's manager makes bombshell accusation about Lionel Messi and world champions - as he claims last-16 World Cup clash was rigged due to commercial reasons

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.

Alexi Lalas rips referees after Folarin Balogun red card in Team USA win: 'An absolute joke'

Alexi Lalas called refereeing an 'absolute joke' and compared the Falorin Balogun red card to a Lionel Messi incident against Algeria at the World Cup.

Messi restricted to a bit-part as Cape Verde fairytale almost becomes Argentina horror story

Whatever story Lionel Messi writes at these finals, the Argentina star was only a supporting act in the fairy tale of this World Cup.

Was Egypt Robbed Against Argentina?

"The referee seemed BIASED toward Argentina." Broadcaster Freddie Gray says Egypt had every reason to feel aggrieved by the officiating, but stops short of calling the match rigged. #Argentina #Egypt

FIFA pertahan keputusan VAR batal gol Jerman

ATLANTA: Persekutuan Bolasepak Antarabangsa FIFA tampil mempertahankan keputusan penggunaan Video Bantuan Pengadil (VAR) yang membatalkan gol lewat permainan Jerman ketika mereka tersingkir secara mengejut kepada Paraguay dalam aksi pusingan 32 Terbaik Piala Dunia 2026. Insiden kontroversi itu berlaku pada masa tambahan apabila tandukan pertahanan Jonathan Tah disahkan tidak sah selepas semakan video mendapati berlaku kekasaran ... Read more The post FIFA pertahan keputusan VAR batal gol Jerman appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

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

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

‘Foul is foul’: FIFA reacts to allegations after Argentina-Egypt clash

If a foul is identified in the build-up and is deemed to have had an impact on the goal, the VAR will recommend an on-field review The post ‘Foul is foul’: FIFA reacts to allegations after Argentina-Egypt clash appeared first on Vanguard News.

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

Former referee sounds off on controversial Breel Embolo red card

Another controversial call in Saturday's quarterfinals has some conspiracy-minded fans claiming the 2026 FIFA World Cup is rigged in Argentina's favor.

Messi calls World Cup result ‘crazy’ as Argentina boss gives 12-second interview: ‘I’m sorry’

Watch highlights as Argentina beat Egypt at the World Cup

‘Double standards’: FIFA soccer players objectified by women online

Sky News host Rita Panahi says there’s “objectification” of soccer players during the FIFA World Cup. Ms Panahi said she’s been “appalled” by what some ladies are posting on social media. “You probably wouldn’t be able to get away with objectifying female athletes in that way.”

Egypt boss slams 'unfair' officiating and claims World Cup 'directed towards Argentina'

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan said the referee was unfair and claimed the World Cup was directed towards Argentina following their dramatic 3-2 defeat in the last 16.

Balogun pulls out his Trump card: World Cup meme goes viral following red card overturn

AlBAWABA - FIFA recently sparked outrage and claims of corruption after overturning US striker Folarin Balogun's red card decision during his match against Bosnia-Herzegovina...

World Cup: Brazil Cite Lionel Messi in Complaint to FIFA After Win vs Scotland

A fuming Brazil have made their feelings clear in a letter to FIFA.

Telemundo’s Andrés Cantor calls ‘BS’ on allegations that Argentina’s win over Egypt was ‘rigged’

Argentina’s latest win in the FIFA men’s World Cup was so astonishing that the conversation quickly turned toward potentially illicit behavior, with some fans claiming that the match was rigged on behalf of Lionel Messi and Co. The Argentinian team scored all three of its goals after the 79th minute, coming back from two goals

England vs Mexico referee made ‘bizarre’ World Cup call that baffled top officials

England vs Mexico referee made ‘bizarre’ World Cup call that baffled top officials

Egypt’s fiery accusations after controversial World Cup defeat

After a stunning comeback by Argentina, Egypt’s team and fans claim the match was rigged against them. CNN’s Don Riddell reports.

JUST IN: UEFA accuses FIFA of crossing a "red line"

JUST IN: UEFA accuses FIFA of crossing a red line by allowing USA striker Folarin Balogun to avoid an automatic one-match suspension after his red card.@BRICSNews

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

Messi's world record sends Argentina into knockouts

Messi's world record sends Argentina into knockouts

Argentina preferred?! Ittrich and Egypt star agree

Are Argentina undeservedly in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup? At the very least, referee expert Patrick Ittrich strongly disagreed with several decisions made by François Letexier in the rei...

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.

Freaking With FIFA

Freaking With FIFA

No refereeing bias in Argentina win over Egypt -Collina

FIFA refereeing Chief, Pierluigi Collina, defended the officiating in Argentina’s 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, dismissing allegations of bias and saying match officials operated with complete independence. In an interview published on inside.fifa.com yesterday, Collina said ‌criticism of referees was part of football but he condemned the questioning of The post No refereeing bias in Argentina win over Egypt -Collina appeared first on Ghanaian Times.

Heads in the game

The Argentina v. France final of the 2022 Men’s World Cup in Qatar was shaping up to be one of the most epic games in soccer history. With just 12 minutes remaining in the extra time added to the game to break a tie, the referee had a critical decision to make—and fast. Lionel Messi,

What Nana Kwaku Bonsam told Lionel Messi after Argentina Ended Cape Verde's World Cup Dream

Argentina's 3-2 victory over Cape Verde proved Nana Kwaku Bonsam's bold World Cup prediction wrong and kept Lionel Messi's side in the tournament.

Fifa World Cup: Has the tournament been fixed for Argentina and Lionel Messi?

Fifa World Cup: Has the tournament been fixed for Argentina and Lionel Messi?

World Cup guide: Messi and Salah headline Argentina-Egypt showdown in Atlanta

World Cup guide: Messi and Salah headline Argentina-Egypt showdown in Atlanta