Egypt's elimination from the 2026 World Cup against Argentina continues to spark controversy, with the Egyptian coach expressing frustration and hinting at favoritism.
"We were better, but football is not fair, maybe they want Messi to be the world champion, and for them to continue in the World Cup because of marketing," stated the coach, suggesting external factors and Lionel Messi's commercial appeal may have influenced the match's outcome.
The statements reflect the Egyptian team's sense of injustice, believing that refereeing decisions and the media context outweighed sporting merit. The accusation touches upon the perception that the commercial weight and international projection of certain figures can influence the tournament's atmosphere.
