Argentina vs Brazil: Referee and VAR official suspended indefinitely over Raphinha error
3 years, 4 months ago

Argentina vs Brazil: Referee and VAR official suspended indefinitely over Raphinha error

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The referee and the Video Assistant Referee who officiated in Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina have been suspended for “serious errors”, the South American soccer governing body Conmebol said. An incident in the goalless draw where Argentine defender Nicolas Otamendi appeared to elbow Raphinha -- which left the Brazilian winger with a bloody mouth -- went unpunished and Conmebol said the use of his arm amounted to “violent conduct”. Brazil coach Tite was left fuming and he angrily hit out at what he said was an “inconceivable” decision by the VAR, saying it was “impossible” for VAR not to see Otamendi’s elbow on Raphinha.

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'Are you afraid you're going to be punished?' Diego Simeone grills reporters over Julian Alvarez penalty controversy
1 week, 6 days ago

'Are you afraid you're going to be punished?' Diego Simeone grills reporters over Julian Alvarez penalty controversy

Hindustan Times  

Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone did not hold back in his post-match press conference. Atletico lost on penalty shootout on Wednesday in the return leg of the round of 16 fixture against Spanish league opponent Real Madrid. Diego Simeone, center, reacts at the end of the Champions League round of 16 match between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid The …

Messi, Vinicius have frustrating nights as Argentina loses and Brazil draws in World Cup qualifying
4 months, 1 week ago

Messi, Vinicius have frustrating nights as Argentina loses and Brazil draws in World Cup qualifying

Associated Press  

ASUNCION, Paraguay — Argentina’s Lionel Messi and Brazil’s Vinicius Júnior had frustrating nights in South American World Cup qualifying. The 11th round of South American World Cup qualifying will continue on Friday with second-place Colombia visiting Uruguay and the bottom two teams in the standings, Peru and Chile, facing off in Lima. It was Alderete who scored Paraguay’s winner with …

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez hit with two-match international ban for ‘offensive behaviour’
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez hit with two-match international ban for ‘offensive behaviour’

The Independent  

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FIFA suspends Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for two World Cup Qualifying matches in October. Here’s why
5 months, 3 weeks ago

FIFA suspends Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for two World Cup Qualifying matches in October. Here’s why

Live Mint  

Argentina's soccer association said on Friday that FIFA suspended goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez for two matches of South American World Cup qualifying in October. AFA said in a statement that FIFA's disciplinary commission sanctioned Martínez due to incidents in two World Cup qualifying matches against Chile and Colombia earlier this month. Martínez made an obscene gesture after his team's 3-0 win …

Uruguay’s coach, Marcelo Bielsa, is suspended for Copa America game against the United States
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Uruguay’s coach, Marcelo Bielsa, is suspended for Copa America game against the United States

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa has been suspended by South American soccer’s governing body for coming out late for the second half of the first two Copa America matches and will miss his team’s game against the United States on Monday. The Confederation of South American Football said Sunday that Bielsa broke tournament rules and it fined the …

Brazil and Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game
1 year, 2 months ago

Brazil and Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game

Hindustan Times  

The Brazilian and Argentine soccer federations were both fined by FIFA on Wednesday for a brawl between rival fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying game in November. FILE - Police break up a fight between Brazilian and Argentinian fans that broke out prior to a qualifying soccer match for the FIFA World Cup 2026 The FIFA disciplinary panel fined …

Brazil, Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game
1 year, 2 months ago

Brazil, Argentina fined for fan brawl at Maracana Stadium before World Cup qualifying game

The Hindu  

The Brazilian and Argentine football federations were both fined by FIFA on Wednesday for a brawl between rival fans ahead of their World Cup qualifying game in November. Argentina was fined 20,000 Swiss francs for “lack of order or discipline in or around the stadium.” Argentina also was ordered to spend 50,000 Swiss francs on anti-discrimination education projects because of …

Argentina and Brazil charged by FIFA after fan violence delays World Cup qualifying game at Maracana
1 year, 4 months ago

Argentina and Brazil charged by FIFA after fan violence delays World Cup qualifying game at Maracana

The Independent  

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Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil-Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers brawl
1 year, 4 months ago

Organisers accused of negligence over Brazil-Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers brawl

The Hindu  

Brazilian police and football authorities traded blame Wednesday after a brawl broke out ahead of Brazil’s match against arch-rivals Argentina, leaving several injured in what fans called a “tragedy foretold.” Brazil’s football fan clubs association, ANATORG, said government authorities and the Brazilian Football Confederation were “negligent” in seating rival fans next to each other at Tuesday’s epic clash in Rio …

FIFA chief gives stern statement on violence during Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier
1 year, 4 months ago

FIFA chief gives stern statement on violence during Brazil vs Argentina World Cup qualifier

Hindustan Times  

FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said Wednesday there was no place in football for violence after ugly clashes ahead of Brazil's World Cup qualifier against Argentina. Fans of Argentina clash with Brazilian police before the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualification football match between Brazil and Argentina at Maracana Stadium A skirmish between rival fans broke out …

Lionel Messi warns Argentina-Brazil fan trouble ‘could have been a tragedy’
1 year, 4 months ago

Lionel Messi warns Argentina-Brazil fan trouble ‘could have been a tragedy’

The Independent  

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Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal
1 year, 4 months ago

Referees chief Howard Webb stands by VAR decision on controversial Newcastle goal against Arsenal

The Independent  

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Late Nunez penalty gives Uruguay 2-2 draw in Colombia
1 year, 5 months ago

Late Nunez penalty gives Uruguay 2-2 draw in Colombia

The Hindu  

Darwin Nunez struck a stoppage-time penalty as Uruguay fought back for a 2-2 draw at Colombia in their South American World Cup qualifier in Barranquilla on Thursday. James Rodriguez put Colombia ahead in the 35th minute, bringing down a cross from Santiago Arias with his right foot and then drilling home with his left. But Colombia restored its lead when …

Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb
1 year, 5 months ago

Steps Taken to Avoid Repeat of Liverpool VAR Error: Referee Howard Webb

News 18  

Referees chief Howard Webb said steps have been taken to ensure there is no repeat of the VAR error that saw a legitimate Liverpool goal against Tottenham Hotspur disallowed. The Professional Game Match Officials Limited admitted that VAR got the offside decision wrong when Luis Diaz scored what should have been the opening goal in a 2-1 loss for the …

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal
1 year, 5 months ago

Referees governing body announces changes to VAR protocols after fallout from Diaz’s disallowed goal

The Hindu  

The governing body for England’s referees will introduce changes to VAR following the errors that led to Luis Diaz’s disallowed goal for Liverpool against Tottenham last weekend. RELATED | Manchester United risks early Champions League exit after Galatasaray defeat “We recognize standards fell short of expectations and acknowledged the error to Liverpool immediately after the conclusion of the fixture,” the …

Luis Rubiales was suspended by FIFA to prevent witness tampering in his Women’s World Cup kiss case
1 year, 5 months ago

Luis Rubiales was suspended by FIFA to prevent witness tampering in his Women’s World Cup kiss case

Associated Press  

GENEVA — FIFA moved to block potential witness tampering by Luis Rubiales when its disciplinary committee suspended the now-ousted Spanish soccer president, the sport’s governing body said in a written verdict explaining the decision. The provisional ban was imposed “particularly so that potential testimonies could be given freely and without any type of pressure, fear or reprisals,” FIFA disciplinary judge …

VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before
1 year, 5 months ago

VAR officials who made Liverpool error took charge of UAE match just 48 hours before

The Independent  

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Fifa suspends Luis Rubiales and coaching staff walk out over Women’s World Cup kiss row
1 year, 6 months ago

Fifa suspends Luis Rubiales and coaching staff walk out over Women’s World Cup kiss row

The Independent  

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Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales is temporarily suspended after World Cup kiss
1 year, 7 months ago

Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales is temporarily suspended after World Cup kiss

NPR  

Spain's soccer chief Luis Rubiales is temporarily suspended after World Cup kiss Enlarge this image toggle caption Oscar Del Pozo/AFP via Getty Images Oscar Del Pozo/AFP via Getty Images FIFA on Saturday suspended the head of Spain's soccer federation, Luis Rubiales, following allegations that he forcibly kissed a player during the Women's World Cup medal ceremony. On Friday, players from …

Korean coach Bell fumes about lack of VAR on penalty call in FIFA World Cup clash against Colombia
1 year, 8 months ago

Korean coach Bell fumes about lack of VAR on penalty call in FIFA World Cup clash against Colombia

The Hindu  

After numerous games at the Women’s World Cup have been halted for video assistant referee review, South Korea coach Colin Bell angrily wondered why there was no VAR for a penalty called against his team in a 2-0 loss to Colombia on Tuesday. “The penalty was a little bit harsh because the ball was really well-struck, at speed, at distance, …

FIFA bans 4 Uruguay players for disorder at World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA bans 4 Uruguay players for disorder at World Cup

Associated Press  

ZURICH — FIFA banned Uruguay players Fernando Muslera and José María Giménez for four games each on Friday for aggressively confronting match officials when the team was eliminated from the World Cup last month. Veterans Edinson Cavani and Diego Godín must also serve one-game bans when Uruguay next plays, FIFA said in disciplinary verdicts. Uruguay players confronted German referee Daniel …

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Argentina Over World Cup Final Celebrations
2 years, 2 months ago

FIFA Opens Disciplinary Proceedings Against Argentina Over World Cup Final Celebrations

News 18  

FIFA on Friday announced it had opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina for “offensive behaviour” during their World Cup final triumph over France last month. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez made a lewd gesture with his goalkeeper of the tournament trophy after the match, before being filmed in the dressing room mocking French star Kylian Mbappe. FIFA said Argentina had potentially breached rules …

World Cup Final Referee Debunks Claims Lionel Messi's Second Goal Should Have Been Disallowed
2 years, 3 months ago

World Cup Final Referee Debunks Claims Lionel Messi's Second Goal Should Have Been Disallowed

News 18  

Argentina did manage to get the better of France in the final battle to win the FIFA World Cup for the third time. The French media, following Argentina’s final victory, claimed that Lionel Messi’s second goal should have been disallowed as two substitutes were on the pitch before the ball could cross the goal line. Now, Szymon Marciniak, the referee …

Viewers swarm to Twitter in outrage after Angel Di Maria wins early Argentina penalty against France
2 years, 3 months ago

Viewers swarm to Twitter in outrage after Angel Di Maria wins early Argentina penalty against France

Daily Mail  

Fans swarmed to Twitter to have their say after a controversial penalty saw Argentina take the lead in the World Cup final on Sunday. Angel Di Maria won his side a penalty early on in the first half of the World Cup final, after he appeared to be taken down by France's Ousmane Dembele in the 22nd minute, before the …

Argentina vs France FIFA World Cup final: Messi scores after penalty VAR controversy - Reactions
2 years, 3 months ago

Argentina vs France FIFA World Cup final: Messi scores after penalty VAR controversy - Reactions

The Hindu  

Argentina won a penalty in the 22nd minute of the final against France but the decision was highly controversial and divided social media. #ArgentinaVsFrance — Patrice Evra December 18, 2022 Joey Barton thinks it was a soft penalty: Argentina comfortably the better side. #ArgentinaVsFrance — Joey Barton December 18, 2022 Chess Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi is loving the overall performance irrespective …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why Lionel Messi could be suspended for FIFA WC semifinal clash vs Croatia? I Know More
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Why Lionel Messi could be suspended for FIFA WC semifinal clash vs Croatia? I Know More

India TV News  

Argentina could be dealt a huge blow in their FIFA World Cup 2022 semifinal clash against Croatia after FIFA has opened up a disciplinary action against skipper Lionel Messi. The disciplinary committee of FIFA is likely to release a statement on the issue very soon after Messi was seen confronting match referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz during his side’s penalty shootout …

Scaloni defends players’ behavior against Dutch at World Cup
2 years, 3 months ago

Scaloni defends players’ behavior against Dutch at World Cup

Associated Press  

DOHA, Qatar — Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni dismissed criticism of his players’ behavior during the feisty World Cup quarterfinal match against the Netherlands, saying Monday it is “out of touch with reality.” There were 17 yellow cards — a record for a World Cup match — and one sending-off as players clashed on numerous occasions before and after Argentina won …

FIFA World Cup 2022 referee Antonio Lahoz sent home, who Messi had said was ‘not up to the mark’
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 referee Antonio Lahoz sent home, who Messi had said was ‘not up to the mark’

The Hindu  

Antonio Mateu Lahoz, the referee of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match between Argentina and Netherlands, was reportedly sent home after a disappointing performance in his final game in Qatar 2022. The quarterfinal clash at the Lusail Stadium saw a total of 19 bookings, breaking the record of the Portugal vs Netherlands round of 16 match in the 2006 World …

Netherlands vs Argentina match referee ‘sent home’ after Messi’s outburst
2 years, 3 months ago

Netherlands vs Argentina match referee ‘sent home’ after Messi’s outburst

Live Mint  

After the quarterfinal match he officiated on December 9 between Argentina and the Netherlands, controversial referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz has been “sent home”, as per media reports. People witnessed what occurred, he continued, adding that Fifa must address the situation since such a referee should not oversee a game of significance like the one between Argentina and the Netherlands. FIFA …

Wout Weghorst accuses Messi of being ‘disrespectful’ at World Cup quarterfinal
2 years, 3 months ago

Wout Weghorst accuses Messi of being ‘disrespectful’ at World Cup quarterfinal

The Hindu  

Argentina reached the FIFA World Cup 2022 semifinal with a victory over the Netherlands in the penalty shootout and now eyes are on its fixture with last edition’s runner-up Croatia. But the post-match actions of Argentina players against the Dutch players and coach Louis van Gaal have become a talking point that refused to die down. Lionel Messi uncharacteristically argued …

Morocco vs Portugal referee: Pepe slams Argentine official Facundo Tello
2 years, 3 months ago

Morocco vs Portugal referee: Pepe slams Argentine official Facundo Tello

The Independent  

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FIFA charges Argentina for disorders at World Cup quarterfinal against Netherlands
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA charges Argentina for disorders at World Cup quarterfinal against Netherlands

The Hindu  

FIFA opened a disciplinary case against Argentina for its players’ actions during a contentious World Cup quarterfinal match against the Netherlands. Lionel Messi was among a World Cup record 17 players or coaching staff members who were shown yellow cards during or after the game. Team misconduct charges are routine for collecting five yellow cards in a game and disciplinary …

Argentina vs Netherlands referee: Lionel Messi urges Fifa to drop Antonio Mateu Lahoz
2 years, 3 months ago

Argentina vs Netherlands referee: Lionel Messi urges Fifa to drop Antonio Mateu Lahoz

The Independent  

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Argentina vs Netherlands referee: Emi Martinez hits out at ‘useless’ Antonio Mateu Lahoz
2 years, 3 months ago

Argentina vs Netherlands referee: Emi Martinez hits out at ‘useless’ Antonio Mateu Lahoz

The Independent  

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Messi and Martinez criticise ‘useless’ referee after Argentina’s win over Netherlands
2 years, 3 months ago

Messi and Martinez criticise ‘useless’ referee after Argentina’s win over Netherlands

New York Times  

Lionel Messi and Emi Martinez have criticised the performance of referee Antonio Mateu Lahoz in Argentina’s World Cup quarter-final against the Netherlands, with the Aston Villa goalkeeper describing the Spaniard as “useless”. I think FIFA must think about it, they cannot put a referee like that for these important games, for such a pivotal game, a referee who isn’t up …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Uruguay Players Charged for Confronting Referee During Ghana Fixture
2 years, 3 months ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Uruguay Players Charged for Confronting Referee During Ghana Fixture

News 18  

Four Uruguay players were charged with offensive behaviour by FIFA on Monday for their angry pursuit of the referee after being eliminated from the World Cup. The Uruguayan football federation also faces an extra charge of discrimination, FIFA said without giving details. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results …

World Cup: Federico Valverde celebrates Ghana's missed penalty in front of referee but avoisd yellow
2 years, 3 months ago

World Cup: Federico Valverde celebrates Ghana's missed penalty in front of referee but avoisd yellow

Daily Mail  

Federico Valverde furiously celebrated Ghana's first-half missed penalty in front of referee Daniel Siebert, but the Uruguayan midfielder somehow avoided punishment for his behaviour during the World Cup group match. Federico Valverde celebrated Andre Ayew's penalty miss in front of referee Daniel Siebert Ayew saw his first-half penalty easily saved by Uruguay goalkeeper Sergio Rochet Real Madrid star Valverde somehow …

Edinson Cavani breaks VAR screen in disdain after Ghana vs Uruguay World Cup match
2 years, 3 months ago

Edinson Cavani breaks VAR screen in disdain after Ghana vs Uruguay World Cup match

The Hindu  

Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani on Friday brought down the VAR monitor in disdain after the full-time whistle went off in his side’s match against Ghana at the Al Janoub Stadium. In a video that has been doing the rounds on social media, the Valencia forward can be seen pushing the pedestal on which the VAR screen was seated before heading …

Brazil boss Tite hits out at World Cup referees for failing to protect Neymar
2 years, 3 months ago

Brazil boss Tite hits out at World Cup referees for failing to protect Neymar

Daily Mail  

After the game, Tite has said that focusing on specific players 'has to be stopped' The Brazil star was fouled an incredible nine times in his side's opening game Neymar had to be taken off against Serbia due to an ankle injury he picked up Brazil manager Tite believes that opposition teams are targeting certain players Brazil manager Tite believes …

Confusion after VAR gifts Argentina a soft, early penalty against Saudi Arabia
2 years, 4 months ago

Confusion after VAR gifts Argentina a soft, early penalty against Saudi Arabia

Daily Mail  

VAR has come under fire again at the World Cup after Argentina were awarded a soft penalty against Saudi Arabia - despite England being denied one in a nearly identical situation during their 6-2 win over Iran on Monday. England fans fumed on Monday after the Three Lions were not awarded a spot kick despite Harry Maguire appearing to be …

World Cup fans left baffled by VAR decision
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup fans left baffled by VAR decision

The Independent  

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Football Artists To be Under Constant Watch in VAR Zone
2 years, 4 months ago

Football Artists To be Under Constant Watch in VAR Zone

News 18  

Qatar 2022 matches will be played in the VAR zone. For the second time in a FIFA World Cup, the Video Assistant Referee technology will be utilised to track goals, assess penalties awarded, identify players getting booked and check serious fouls resulting in red cards. This new technology, tracking every limb on the player’s body, will be used in the …

World Cup: Premier League clubs to SNUB Argentina's request to release their players early
2 years, 4 months ago

World Cup: Premier League clubs to SNUB Argentina's request to release their players early

Daily Mail  

Premier League clubs will reject Argentina's request to leave their players out of the final round of matches before the World Cup. Premier League clubs will reject Argentina's request to leave stars like Cristian Romero, Alexis Mac Allister and Lisandro Martinez out before the World Cup There are six Argentina stars in the Premier League - Lisandro Martinez and Alejandro …

CBF rejects Brazil World Cup qualifier against Argentina
2 years, 7 months ago

CBF rejects Brazil World Cup qualifier against Argentina

The Hindu  

Brazil insisted it won’t play its suspended World Cup qualifying match against Argentina next month, arguing Wednesday that the risks are too high ahead of the tournament in Qatar. The qualifier nearly one year ago in Sao Paulo was stopped by local health officials after six minutes due to COVID-19 protocols regarding four Argentinian players. Brazil coach Tite does not …

Brazil FA Rejects Postponed World Cup Qualifier Against Argentina
2 years, 7 months ago

Brazil FA Rejects Postponed World Cup Qualifier Against Argentina

News 18  

Brazil insisted that it won’t play its suspended World Cup qualifying match against Argentina next month, arguing Wednesday that the risks are too high ahead of the tournament in Qatar. The qualifier nearly one year ago in Sao Paulo was stopped by local health officials after six minutes due to COVID-19 protocols regarding four Argentinian players. Brazil’s confederation and Argentina’s …

Brazil soccer body rejects WCup qualifier against Argentina
2 years, 7 months ago

Brazil soccer body rejects WCup qualifier against Argentina

Associated Press  

SAO PAULO — Brazil insisted that it won’t play its suspended World Cup qualifying match against Argentina next month, arguing Wednesday that the risks are too high ahead of the tournament in Qatar. The qualifier nearly one year ago in Sao Paulo was stopped by local health officials after six minutes due to COVID-19 protocols regarding four Argentinian players. Brazil …

FIFA Tells Brazil, Argentina to Replay Abandoned World Cup Qualifier
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA Tells Brazil, Argentina to Replay Abandoned World Cup Qualifier

The Quint  

The South American rivals had been scheduled to play the qualifier in September 2021 but the fixture was suspended minutes after kick-off because of alleged Covid-19 rule breaches by the Argentine side. "After analysing the submissions of both parties and considering all circumstances of the case, the appeal committee confirmed that the match would be replayed," FIFA said. In a …

FIFA confirms abandoned World Cup qualifier between Brazil, Argentina will be replayed
2 years, 10 months ago

FIFA confirms abandoned World Cup qualifier between Brazil, Argentina will be replayed

Firstpost  

The World Cup qualifier between the two South American giants that was originally supposed to take place at Sao Paulo on 5 September was abandoned after Brazilian health officials stormed into the pitch seven minutes into the game Paris: FIFA on Monday confirmed the abandoned 2022 World Cup qualifier between Brazil and Argentina will be replayed, after rejecting appeals from …

Argentina appeal decision to replay World Cup qualifier vs Brazil
2 years, 11 months ago

Argentina appeal decision to replay World Cup qualifier vs Brazil

The Hindu  

The Argentine Football Association will appeal what it says is FIFA's decision to force Brazil and Argentina to replay their World Cup qualifier, which was cancelled after five minutes due to a breach of COVID-19 quarantine rules. "We believe the decision to be unfair and we believe that Argentina did not cause the game to be cancelled," Andres Urich, an …

Argentina Appeal Decision to Replay World Cup Qualifier vs Brazil
2 years, 11 months ago

Argentina Appeal Decision to Replay World Cup Qualifier vs Brazil

News 18  

The Argentine Football Association will appeal what it says is FIFA’s decision to force Brazil and Argentina to replay their World Cup qualifier, which was cancelled after five minutes due to a breach of COVID-19 quarantine rules. “We believe the decision to be unfair and we believe that Argentina did not cause the game to be cancelled,” Andres Urich, an …

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