The Egyptian Football Association filed a formal complaint with FIFA following Egypt’s 3‑2 defeat to Argentina in the last‑16 of the 2026 World Cup. The EFA accuses referee Francois Letexier and his crew of double standards and demands their exclusion from the tournament.

In a match held in Atlanta, Lionel Messi sparked Argentina’s comeback. He assisted the first goal in the 79th minute and finished the equaliser in the 83rd. Egypt led 1‑0 at half‑time via a goal by Mostafa Zico, but VAR overturned it after Marwan Attia was flagged for a foot contact with Lisandro Martinez. A potential penalty for Mohamed Salah was denied before Argentina’s stoppage‑time winner.

The complaint underscores how officiating controversies can shape World Cup outcomes. For Egypt, the loss ends their quest for the first quarter‑final appearance. Argentina’s win keeps them in contention for a record‑shattering title. FIFA’s handling of the case will determine whether procedural reviews can prevent future disputes and whether referee appointments will be scrutinised more closely.