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‘Cannot remain silent': Egypt complains officials were biased in World Cup loss to Argentina
By Maura Carey | The Associated Press at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
The Egyptian Football Association 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 Argentina on Tuesday.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticized the officiating after being left in disbeli...
Key takeaway Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticized the officiating after being left in disbelief as Argentina scored three unanswered goals in 13 minutes to pull off one of the biggest comebacks in World Cup history.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
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What is this story about? The Egyptian Football Association 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 Argentina on Tuesday.
Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and several players criticized the officiating after being left in disbeli...
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