VAR controversy overshadows Egypt and Argentina match at World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 5:52 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
During the ongoing World Cup match between Egypt and Argentina, a second goal for Egypt was disallowed after a VAR review identified a foul by Marwan Attia. Referee Francois Letexier ruled that a toe-stepping incident negated the goal, prompting criticism from Fox analyst Rob Green, who argued that VAR is increasingly overreaching its intended use. Egypt later scored, but VAR's central role in decision-making remains a contentious topic. The implications of these decisions could affect fan reactions and the tournament's officiating standards.
- •Egypt's disallowed goal occurred after a VAR review.
- •Referee Francois Letexier called off the goal due to a foul.
- •Rob Green criticized VAR's influence on the game.
- •Egypt later scored a goal despite the VAR controversy.
- •The match is part of the ongoing 2026 World Cup.
- 5:52 PMYahoo Sports — Fox World Cup announcer rips VAR in Egypt - Argentina: 'It's reaching far beyond'
"Rob Green rightfully ripped VAR in the Egypt and Argentina game as a goal was taken off the board in the World Cup.
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