Conspiracy theories claiming FIFA has rigged the World Cup in Argentina’s favour have intensified following controversial refereeing decisions in their win over Egypt, adding to a string of contested incidents throughout the tournament.
Conspiracy Theories Swirl Over Argentina’s World Cup Run
Argentina can’t catch a break from the conspiracy crowd — and their win over Egypt just poured fuel on the fire.
According to a report by The Telegraph, controversy erupted after referees allowed Enzo Fernández’s winning goal while disallowing an earlier Mostafa Zico strike, prompting Egypt to accuse FIFA of rigging the competition. Theorists have also pointed to Messi escaping a red card against Algeria, Argentina’s low disciplinary count despite heavy fouling, and FIFA appointing an all-Argentine officiating team for France’s quarter-final against Morocco.
The claims echo older suspicions dating back to Argentina’s 1978 and 1990 World Cup triumphs, both dogged by unproven corruption allegations at the time.
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