Overview
- Argentina advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals after a 3-2 comeback win over Egypt on Tuesday, and will face Switzerland next.
- Egypt coach Hossam Hassan publicly said the match was "clearly fixed," citing pressure on the referee and disputed VAR decisions including the disallowed Egyptian goal after a foul on Lisandro Martínez.
- President Javier Milei dismissed claims of favoritism as "nonsense" and offered the Casa Rosada for a possible team celebration while saying he would stay away to avoid politicizing the event.
- New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani weighed in saying "Egypt was robbed," and social media and local outlets showed episodes of street violence, looting and at least one reported death during post-match celebrations in Argentina.
- Separate to the match story, Mexico is preparing a coach transition with Rafael Márquez reported to have a preliminary agreement to lead the national team pending formal ratification by the Liga MX club owners' assembly.