Egypt Coach Hossam Hassan Claims "Injustice" After World Cup Defeat to Argentina

Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has voiced his frustration following his side's dramatic 3-2 defeat to Argentina in the Round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, claiming his team were victims of an "injustice."

The Pharaohs surrendered a two-goal lead as Argentina completed a remarkable comeback to secure a place in the quarterfinals, but Hassan was left furious with the officiating after the final whistle.

The Egypt coach was involved in a heated exchange with referee François Letexier at the end of the match and suggested that FIFA wanted Lionel Messi and Argentina to remain in the tournament.

"What I told the referee was 'this is unfair,' Hassan said. "I said maybe he is carrying a scar or has something to hide.

"If somebody is trying to hide something, they often fail to hide it.

"Anyway, when I am finished, I am not going to watch another game of this tournament."