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Former England players criticize Messi's ejection of Spain's star
The 2026 World Cup final sparked widespread controversy after Lionel Messi attempted to influence the referee's decision to send off Spain's defender, Marco Cucuia, using a new FIFA rule. In the final moments of the match, Cucuia placed his fingers in front of his mouth, then approached Messi demanding the referee's intervention—a move considered by the law as provocation that could result in a red card. Despite the referee and VAR technology refusing to intervene, some analysts described Messi's action as desperate and indicative of psychological pressure. The incident drew extensive criticism for potentially putting Messi himself under scrutiny, even though Spain ultimately secured the championship.
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