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World Cup reaches climax with Argentina's triumph, bias claims, and Gaza screenings

The World Cup concludes with Argentina's victory, amidst allegations of referee bias, screenings in Gaza, and a star-studded half-time show.

By World Brief · 2026-07-09
World Cup reaches climax with Argentina's triumph, bias claims, and Gaza screenings

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Lionel Messi and Argentina achieved a historic milestone by winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup, securing their third title after a dramatic final against France that ended in a penalty shootout. This triumph marked Messi's first World Cup victory, solidifying his legacy in football history.

However, the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen controversy, as Egypt alleged refereeing bias in favor of Argentina and Messi following their 3-2 defeat in the round of 16. Egypt's coach and players expressed strong dissatisfaction with several officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal and unreviewed penalty claims, suggesting external factors influenced the outcome to keep Argentina and their star player in the tournament.

Meanwhile, anticipation is building for the 2026 World Cup final's half-time show, set to take place on July 19th. Global superstar Justin Bieber has been confirmed as a co-headliner, joining a star-studded lineup that includes Madonna, Shakira, and BTS for the inaugural Super Bowl-style musical performance.

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