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‘Suffered an injustice': Egypt coach blasts referee in dramatic World Cup exit to Argentina

Cover image: Argentina's Cristian Romero (13) scores their opening goal during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Argentina and Egypt in Atlanta, Georgia on July 7, 2026. © Mike Stewart, AP Photo

Egypt ⁠coach ⁠Hossam Hassan on Tuesday said his team had "suffered an injustice" in ​the wake of his team's loss to Argentina in a round of 16 match in Atlanta. Hassan took issue with the French referee on several counts, including a decision that disallowed a goal that had initially put Egypt up ​2-0.

Egypt ⁠coach ⁠Hossam Hassan said his team was treated unfairly ⁠and "suffered an injustice" in ​the wake of his team's stunning 3-2 loss to Argentina in a round of 16 match in Atlanta on Tuesday.

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