Argentina Rallies From 2-0 Down to Beat Egypt 3-2 as VAR Voids Ziko Goal
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Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jul 7
Argentina Rallies From 2-0 Down to Beat Egypt 3-2 as VAR Voids Ziko Goal
3 articles · Updated · Al Jazeera English · Jul 7
Summary
Enzo Fernandez headed the winner in stoppage time as Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit with three goals in 13 minutes to reach the World Cup quarterfinals.
Mostafa Ziko had an earlier Egypt goal wiped out by VAR for a foul in the buildup while Egypt led 1-0, a decision that fueled the match’s main controversy.
Cristian Romero scored in the 79th minute and Lionel Messi equalized four minutes later with his eighth goal of the tournament, reviving the holders’ title defense.
Egypt’s collapse was compounded by a string of yellow cards and failed appeals for a penalty, leaving Mohamed Salah’s side furious after pushing the champions to the brink.