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Egypt stuns Argentina, 2-0, in World Cup Round of 16

sportsJul 7, 2026123149

CaughtOffside reports Yasser Ibrahim gave Egypt an early lead in the World Cup round-of-16 match against defending champions Argentina in Atlanta. Multiple social posts say Egypt led 2-0 after 75 minutes and appeared on course to eliminate Argentina, praising goalkeeper Mohamed Shobair and calling the performance 'stunning.' Several posters complained that a later Egypt goal was reviewed and wiped out in a decision tied to a free kick awarded to Argentina, with critics naming referee Francois Letexier and VAR as central to the controversy. An ABC News headline and other posts credit Lionel Messi with sparking a comeback, saying Argentina rallied to a 3-2 victory and advanced to the quarterfinals. The match is being discussed both as a near-upset for Egypt and as a dramatic Argentina comeback decided by late goals and contentious officiating decisions.

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