Hossam Hassan Faces Penalty Despite Brother’s Statements Over Ambiguous Gesture
Hossam Hassan, the coach of the Egyptian national team, was threatened with a FIFA sanction after a confrontation with Lionel Messi during Egypt's match against Argentina in the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. He made an arm-crossing gesture in the shape of an "X" following a verbal disagreement with Messi, a行为 that could be subject to disciplinary action. This incident comes amid controversy over the use of the gesture, which is often associated with issues related to racism, although Egyptian officials confirmed that the gesture was meant to express a sense of injustice—especially in light of the criticism directed at the refereeing staff and the controversial aftermath of the match.
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