FIFA's refereeing chief defended the independence of World Cup match officials following Egypt's complaints about key calls in a 3-2 round-of-16 loss to Argentina, while tactical data shows how the game swung on possession, shot volume, and two disputed decisions.
Egypt coach Hassan said he will leave the tournament and stop watching after a 3-2 last-16 loss to Argentina, blaming refereeing decisions while praising a squad built largely from domestic football.
A veteran officiating analyst breaks down contrasting refereeing standards across two World Cup knockout ties, offering lessons for aspiring players navigating VAR, discipline, and high-stakes decision-making.
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