Are Argentina being treated favourably at World Cup?
Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?
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"Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champion in the competition. Perhaps they wanted Messi to stay in the running."
— Hossam Hassan , Athlete
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Egypt have alleged bias in favour of Argentina and favouritism towards their star player, Lionel Messi. Is this fair?
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