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Are FIFA referees really fair? The Argentina-Egypt controversy explained
Did Argentina get favourable refereeing against Egypt? Why did both Argentine fans and Egypt's coach question the referee even before kickoff? And how does FIFA actually choose referees for the World Cup?
In this video, @jessicagoel breaks down the controversy surrounding the Argentina vs Egypt Round of 16 match, explains FIFA's referee selection process, why geographic representation matters, and the criticism that officials from Europe's top leagues should get more big games. We also look at Pierluigi Collina's response, the debate around Gianni Infantino's influence, and Donald Trump's viral joke about red cards.
Do you think FIFA's current referee selection system is fair, or should experience in elite competitions matter more?
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