Argentina’s thrilling 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 has been overshadowed by controversy after an on-field exchange involving captain Lionel Messi and Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan reportedly led to the activation of FIFA’s anti-racism protocol. The incident unfolded during the tense closing stages of the match, shifting attention away from Argentina’s dramatic qualification to the quarter-finals.
