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'Nobody Can Question Officials’ Integrity': FIFA Referee Boss Collina Rejects Criticism After Egypt Controversy
FIFA World Cup: FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following criticism that emerged after Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the Round of 16 stage.
Speaking amid calls from the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) for an investigation into the officiating and the removal of the refereeing team from the tournament, Collina dismissed the allegations and reiterated FIFA's confidence in its officials.
"Nobody can question the integrity of the FIFA World Cup match officials. When this happens, it may provoke reactions that lead to threats against them and their families. This is not right," Collina was quoted as saying by BBC Sport.
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