Experts question political influence and the need to keep Lionel Messi’s side in the World Cup amid Egypt’s heartbreak.


Anushe Engineer is a sports journalist
Experts question political influence and the need to keep Lionel Messi’s side in the World Cup amid Egypt’s heartbreak.

From fans in Gaza to world leaders and supporters on social media, Egypt won hearts, even if they lost to Argentina.

A disallowed goal by VAR, a string of yellow cards for Egypt, and contrasting emotions from both captains capped the match.

No decision yet on whether Russia may display its flag, colours or have its anthem played at the Games.

Egypt score a goal and then save a Messi penalty to keep the reigning champions at bay in Atlanta.

Belgium midfielder Nicolas Raskin said his side’s win felt like a measure of justice after FIFA’s decision on Balogun.

Football experts, officials warn of ‘dangerous precedent’ set by FIFA after U-turn on red card for USA forward Balogun.

The Portuguese captain became the only player to score in six World Cups after his brace against Uzbekistan.

Haaland has emerged from the shadows of Messi, Mbappe and Ronaldo to rewrite World Cup history for Norway.

Belgium’s football federation is ‘investigating all potential options’ to safeguard football after FIFA’s U-turn.
