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Cyprus Mail14 Jul 2026

‘VARgentina’ reach semi-finals under cloud of complaints

‘VARgentina’ reach semi-finals under cloud of complaints

A new refereeing protocol has added to the powder keg of public perception over fairness at the World Cup, a former FIFA referee said on Monday, with another refereeing controversy involving Argentina adding fuel to fan complaints.

The holders’ passage to Wednesday’s semi-final against England has been accompanied by repeated complaints from opponents over refereeing decisions, amid social media speculation the tournament has favoured Lionel Messi’s side....

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