Egypt Challenges FIFA Over Disputed Argentina World Cup Loss

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has submitted an official complaint to FIFA following Egypt's contentious 3-2 loss to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The EFA claims that questionable decisions by match officials significantly influenced the outcome of the fixture.

In their formal submission, Egyptian football authorities have requested that the officials involved be removed from any further involvement in the tournament. The complaint highlights concerns about the standard of refereeing and its impact on fair competition.

The match, played during the knockout stage of the World Cup, saw Argentina advance despite Egypt's spirited performance. The EFA's decision to escalate the matter to FIFA underscores growing tensions around officiating standards in the competition.

This complaint adds to ongoing discussions across African football regarding consistency in refereeing at major international tournaments. Egypt's move reflects broader concerns about fairness in the 2026 World Cup.