FIFA chief confirms Egypt's disallowed goal
Hani Abu Rida, the head of the Egyptian Football Association, revealed that FIFA President Gianni Infantino admitted regarding Egypt's disallowed goal against Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The Egyptian team lost 3-2 after leading 2-0 until the 79th minute, when French referee François Letexier disallowed a goal for Egyptian player Mustafa Abdel ROUOuf "Zico," sparking widespread controversy. Abu Rida confirmed that Infantino expressed his belief that the goal was the most beautiful in the tournament and acknowledged there was refereeing injustice, even though the Egyptian Football Association did not submit an official protest, as it would not change the outcome of the match.
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