Fact check confirms Infantino video miscaptioned amid Egypt match

A social media post circulated claiming FIFA President Gianni Infantino reacted to Egypt's goal during their World Cup match against Argentina on July 7, 2026. However, fact-checking reports indicate the video was miscaptioned and actually depicted Infantino during Morocco's match against the Netherlands on June 29, 2026. The misleading caption translated from Arabic suggested a different context, leading to confusion. In light of Egypt's loss, the team has accused FIFA of match-fixing, requesting an investigation into the game. The misinformation surrounding the video could further fuel tensions following Egypt’s defeat.

• 5:58 AMYahoo Sports — Fact Check: Video Does NOT Show FIFA's Infantino Reaction To Egypt Scoring Goal During World Cup In July 2026