The fallout from Egypt’s highly controversial, heartbreaking 3-2 Round of 16 exit to Argentina has transcended the footballing sphere, finding its way into the upper echelons of American civic politics. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has thrust himself into the centre of a global sporting debate, declaring that the North African side were “robbed” […]
Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan accused FIFA of wanting Lionel Messi and Argentina to remain in the World Cup after his side’s dramatic 3-2 defeat in the Round of 16 on Tuesday, claiming the defending champions “received support at every level” during their remarkable comeback. Egypt looked set to produce one of the greatest upsets […]
Egypt’s Mohamed Salah (10) reacts after the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between Australia and Egypt in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Friday, July 3, 2026.(AP Photo/Sam Hodde) Mohamed Salah has made it clear which football icon he would choose to share a final World Cup “last dance” with, naming Lionel Messi ahead of […]
