In a wild football match between Morocco and Argentina, the final scoreline of 2-1 is overshadowed by chaotic scenes as fans stormed the pitch and a goal was disallowed. The game was halted and restarted two hours later, with Argentina's coach calling the whole situation a "bit of a circus." Even FIFA's website mistakenly declared the game over, adding to the confusion. Amid the drama, Argentina's soccer federation has issued a formal claim to FIFA, while organizers of the Paris Olympics are working to understand the causes and take appropriate actions. Even Argentina legend Lionel Messi reacted to the game on his Instagram story, adding to the controversy.
Argentina vs Morocco: A Chaotic Match Overshadowed by Controversy
The international friendly match between Argentina and Morocco on June 23, 2023, turned into a chaotic spectacle that raised concerns about security and fair play. Here's a detailed account of the events and the subsequent controversy:
Game Interruption and Goal Disallowance
With the score tied 1-1 in the second half, Moroccan fans stormed the pitch in protest after Argentina's Angel Di Maria was awarded a penalty. The game was halted for over 30 minutes until order was restored.
Upon resumption, Morocco equalized through Youssef En-Nesyri, but the goal was disallowed for offside after a lengthy VAR review. Chaos ensued as Moroccan players and fans erupted in anger.
Restart and Controversial Call
After a delay of over two hours, the game was restarted with Argentina ultimately winning 2-1. However, the coach of the Moroccan team, Walid Regragui, criticized the officiating, calling the situation a "bit of a circus."
FIFA's Mistake and Argentina's Formal Claim
Adding to the confusion, FIFA's official website mistakenly declared the game over with Morocco as the winner. This error was later corrected, but the incident raised questions about the reliability of FIFA's communication.
In response, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) filed a formal claim to FIFA, alleging improper officiating and a lack of security measures.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
Q1: Why were Moroccan fans protesting on the pitch? A: They believed the penalty awarded to Argentina was unjust.
Q2: How long was the game interrupted after the pitch invasion? A: Over 30 minutes.
Q3: Why was Morocco's goal disallowed after the game was restarted? A: VAR review determined the goal was offside.
Q4: What did Argentina's coach say about the situation? A: He called it a "bit of a circus" and criticized the officiating.
Q5: What action has FIFA taken following the incident? A: FIFA is investigating the matter and reviewing security protocols.
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