Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit
BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.
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Notable Quotes
"There have been a lot of things to be questioned on and off the pitch."
— Hossam Hassan , Athlete
"We haven't seen respect or fair play."
— Hossam Hassan , Athlete
Key People
Hossam Hassan is the head coach of the Egypt national football team.
Lionel Messi is a renowned Argentine soccer player, widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time.
Mohamed Salah is an Egyptian professional footballer who plays for Liverpool.
Mostafa Zico is an Egyptian football forward who plays for the national team.
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BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.
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