Algeria’s federation has formally challenged FIFA over key decisions in Argentina’s World Cup opener, reigniting debate around Lionel Messi’s performance and the role of VAR.

One rule for Messi, another for Balogun? USA striker sees red in World Cup after controversial VAR call - The USA’s star ...

So there really is one rule for Lionel Messi and another for everyone else. The good news for the United States is they are ...

The Americans are seeing red over the most controversial and consequential red card so far in the World Cup. While the United ...

The World Cup faces accusations that it is 'rigged' after Lionel Messi avoided being shown a red card for Argentina during their 3-0 win over Algeria in Group J ...

Lionel Messi received strong criticism for not receiving a red card for a play during Argentina's World Cup win over Algeria.

Lionel Messi scored his first World Cup hat-trick in Argentina's 3-0 win over Algeria, equalling Miroslav Klose's record of 16 goals. However, his performance was overshadowed by controversy after a ...

Here's the latest info on if the United States can appeal Folarin Balogun's red card suspension after USMNT vs. Bosnia and ...

Argentina's win vs Algeria was highlighted by Lionel Messi's remarkable hat-trick in his sixth World Cup appearance. Despite a controversial moment where he nearly received a red card for a dangerous ...

Lionel Messi scripted history with a hat-trick against Algeria in the FIFA World Cup 2026 but many fans feel he should've been sent-off for a clumsy challenge.