“Sections of Egyptian and Cape Verdean fans have accused their Argentinian counterparts of violent behaviour during the past two matches played by the reigning champions at the World Cup. The accusations, coupled with at least one high-profile allegation of racism, have brought new scrutiny to Argentina’s title defence, after two closely fought knockout matches in which lower-ranked opponents nearly embarrassed Lionel Messi’s side. On Tuesday, Egypt led Argentina 2-0 in Atlanta before Messi’s side staged a stunning late comeback to advance to the quarterfinals. Their fans reacted to the team’s poor start and eventual turnaround by attacking their Egyptian counterparts in ugly scenes filmed by a spectator at Atlanta Stadium. Supporters of the Albiceleste were filmed throwing beer on Egypt’s fans after the world champions equalised against the Pharaohs in the closing stages of the round-of-16 encounter. …”
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