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Mostafa Zico

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  1. June 2026

  2. The Ghanaian Times

    … The lead only lasted four minutes as an under-hit backpass by Paris St-Germain defender Marquinhos gifted possession to winger Mostafa Zico, who drilled a crisp finish into the bottom corner past Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson. …

    Brazil face anxious wait over defender’s injury

  3. Joy Online

    … The lead only lasted four minutes as an underhit backpass by Paris St-Germain defender Marquinhos gifted possession to winger Mostafa Zico, who drilled a crisp finish into the bottom corner past Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson. …

    Ederson replaces injured Wesley in Brazil squad
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FIFA refereeing chief defends Argentina-Egypt World Cup officiating

The News

FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina dismissed allegations of bias in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, saying match officials operated with complete independence and that such unfounded accusations could provoke threats against referees. Egypt had complained about the officiating after losing the match and exiting the tournament, with coach Hossam Hassan alleging pressure on the referee to keep Argentina in the tournament.

58 min ago · The Ghanaian Times →

Today

  1. FIFA refereeing chief defends Argentina-Egypt World Cup officiating

    FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina dismissed allegations of bias in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, saying match officials operated with complete independence and that such unfounded accusations could provoke threats against referees. Egypt had complained about the officiating after losing the match and exiting the tournament, with coach Hossam Hassan alleging pressure on the referee to keep Argentina in the tournament.

    58 min ago · The Ghanaian Times →

Yesterday

  1. Egypt requests FIFA remove refereeing team after Argentina loss

    The Egyptian Football Association has formally requested FIFA to remove the officiating team from Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the World Cup round of 16, citing serious refereeing errors including a disallowed goal and a missed penalty claim. The EFA president submitted a complaint against French referee François Letexier and the match officials, alleging blatant errors and inconsistent decision-making.

    19 hours ago · Daily Guide →

  2. Egypt loses to Argentina after VAR disallows goal

    Egypt led reigning champions Argentina 2-0 with 12 minutes remaining in a World Cup quarter-final match, but Argentina scored three goals to win 3-2, with Egypt's coach alleging the team suffered "injustice" after VAR disallowed an Egyptian goal and Egyptian players claiming Salah was fouled in the penalty area.

    9 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Egypt seeks removal of referees after World Cup defeat to Argentina

    The Egyptian Football Association has asked FIFA to investigate and remove the French referee Francois Letexier and his VAR team from the World Cup following their 3-2 last-16 loss to Argentina, claiming "double standards" in officiating and alleging a disallowed goal and missed foul on Mohamed Salah were blatant errors.

    9 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Egypt demands removal of officials after Argentina World Cup loss

    The Egyptian Football Association has lodged a complaint with FIFA requesting the removal of the officiating crew, including French referee Francois Letexier, from the World Cup following their 3-2 last-16 defeat to Argentina. The EFA alleges double standards in refereeing, citing a disallowed goal and a missed penalty decision involving Mohamed Salah.

    8 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Argentina beats Egypt 3-2 after dramatic second-half comeback

    Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez scored the comeback goals, with Fernandez's injury-time header sealing the win.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Egypt wins first-ever World Cup match, beats New Zealand 3-1

    Mohamed Salah inspired Egypt to their first World Cup victory, coming from a goal down to beat New Zealand 3-1 with a strong second-half performance on Sunday. Egypt moved top of Group G with four points from two matches, boosting their hopes of reaching the knockout stage.

    23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Egypt defeats New Zealand 3–1 in World Cup debut victory

    Mohamed Salah scored as Egypt rallied from a 1–0 half-time deficit to beat New Zealand 3–1 in Vancouver, delivering Egypt their first-ever World Cup win. The victory moved Egypt to first place in Group G.

    23 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 22 June

  1. Egypt beats New Zealand 3-1 for first World Cup win

    Mohamed Salah scored and created a goal as Egypt came from behind to beat New Zealand 3-1, securing their first-ever World Cup win and positioning themselves to top Group G.

    22 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 15 June

  1. Belgium and Egypt draw in World Cup Group G opener

    Egypt took a first-half lead through Emam Ashour but Belgium equalized via an own goal from Mohamed Hany in the 66th minute, with both sides sharing the points in their Group G World Cup match in Seattle. Egypt remains without a World Cup win across eight games since their 1934 debut.

    15 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Brazil defender Wesley faces fitness test before World Cup

    Brazil full-back Wesley injured his left groin 15 minutes into a 2-1 World Cup preparation win over Egypt and will undergo tests to determine if he can participate in Brazil's Group C campaign starting Saturday against Morocco. Head Coach Carlo Ancelotti said Wesley has a muscle problem and they will wait for diagnostic results, but believes the player will have time to recover.

    8 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 7 June

  1. Ederson replaces Wesley in Brazil's World Cup squad

    Brazil full-back Wesley has been ruled out of the World Cup because of a thigh injury, with Manchester United-bound midfielder Ederson called up to replace him. Wesley suffered an adductor muscle injury in Brazil's 2-1 preparation match against Egypt.

    7 June 2026 · Joy Online →

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