@MUFCDarren_ The system should allow any of the coaches to called for VAR review without having to contest from the sidelines.
@FIFAcom you're so corrupt and ruining the game.
Saw this somewhere and I’m reposting because I support the message.
Football is one of the very few activities that unites us a people. We shouldn’t ruin it for the interest of a select few.
If you agree, save the poster and repost with #KurtOkrakuOut
Jurgen Klopp 🗣️" Today we have witnessed a game where officials are willing to do anything for one side to win , ruling out that Egypt goal was injustice!"
🚨🇪🇬 OFICIAL! FEDERAÇÃO EGÍPCIA ACIONA A FIFA!
A Federação Egípcia de Futebol protocolou oficialmente uma queixa junto à FIFA, solicitando uma investigação sobre as decisões de arbitragem na derrota por 3 a 2 para a Argentina 🇦🇷 pela Copa do Mundo.
A entidade egípcia quer que os lances mais polêmicos da partida sejam analisados e que a atuação da equipe de arbitragem seja revisada.
O confronto segue repercutindo fortemente, e a reclamação oficial aumenta ainda mais a pressão sobre a FIFA para esclarecer os episódios do jogo.
@geglobo
I saw this and I totally agree. He has nothing to offer Gh football . Just leave honourably when your term of office is due. If you couldn't do it in 8 years , surely an extra 4 years won't make any difference. Just leave. We are begging you Leave if you love Gh. Just leave
We grew up loving Ghana football. We want to see it respected again!! Once upon a time, Ghana football was feared across the world . Today, disappointment has become the norm. We cannot keep accepting mediocrity. It’s time for a new direction🇬🇭✊🏾 #KurtOkrakuOut#Ghanayouth
But Ghana really had the chance to make history in this tournament. Our path was favorable, if not for the corruption in the GFA. Bomboclat, these people allowed this Colombia team to eliminate us. The thing pain me now
🚨 🎙️Ronaldo Nazário on the controversial refereeing in Argentina vs Egypt;
Interviewer: Ronaldo, what did you make of that dramatic comeback by Argentina today?
Ronaldo Nazário: Look, Argentina are a very strong team with real champions’ mentality. To come back from 2-0 down like that shows quality and character — no doubt about it. But if we’re being honest, the refereeing had a big influence on how this game unfolded.
If it was a different team playing against Egypt today, ask yourself if those decisions could have been different. Be honest with yourself and that’s all you need to know.
Let’s go through them one by one. First, Egypt score on the counter — Zico finishes it brilliantly after Salah’s work. They celebrate, the momentum is with them, and then VAR steps in and disallows it for a so-called foul in the build-up. A soft little challenge on Martínez, nothing clear and obvious. In most games, that goal stands. Tonight it didn’t.
Then the penalty awarded to Argentina. Marginal contact at best. You see those incidents week in, week out and they’re waved away. Here it was given. Messi missed it, okay, but the decision itself shifted the psychological balance when Egypt were in control.
And it wasn’t just those two. Throughout the match, the consistency wasn’t there — fouls called one way, advantage not played at key moments, little things that add up. Egypt were fighting for something historic. They went 2-0 up with real quality and heart. With fair, consistent officiating, this match could easily have gone either way — and without all the controversy afterwards.
Argentina showed they can win ugly, but football deserves better. The big calls shouldn’t feel like they’re protecting one side. Respect to Egypt — they played a great game and pushed the champions all the way.
Interviewer: Strong words…
Ronaldo Nazário: I say what I see. That’s it.
PETITION REQUESTING AN INDEPENDENT INVESTIGATION
To:
The Executive Director
Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO)
Subject: Request for an Independent Investigation into the Affairs of the Ghana Football Association
Dear Sir/Madam,
I respectfully petition the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to conduct an independent, impartial, and thorough investigation into matters relating to the governance, financial management, and administration of the Ghana Football Association, including matters involving the conduct of Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku @kurtokraku and any relevant oversight by the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Hon. Kofi Adams @HonKofiAdams, where appropriate.
I have obtained information and materials that I believe warrant careful examination by your Office. I am prepared to cooperate fully with any lawful investigation by providing the information and supporting evidence in my possession.
I respectfully request that EOCO examine, where appropriate:
- The management and use of funds relating to the Black Stars and other national teams.
- Financial accountability concerning international friendly matches, sponsorships, broadcasting, and other football-related transactions.
- Whether applicable laws, financial regulations, procurement requirements, or governance standards have been complied with.
- Any other matters that arise from an independent review of the available evidence.
This petition is made in the interest of transparency, accountability, and the protection of the public interest. I respectfully ask EOCO to assess the evidence independently and take any action that is justified by its findings.
I remain available to assist with any lawful investigation.
Yours faithfully,
Kofi Nunoo-Mensah
🚨🗣️ José Mourinho on the refereeing in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt:
"When you play against this Argentina team, being 2-0 up is never enough, because you are not just trying to beat eleven men on the pitch. You are trying to beat the whistle. You are trying to beat the VAR room. You are trying to beat the entire script of the tournament.
Salah was through on goal and the referee blows his whistle for a foul against Egypt for Paredes failing to get the ball. Cristian Romero almost snaps Mohamed Salah’s leg in half, and the referee suddenly goes blind. No card. Egypt scores a beautiful goal, and VAR rewinds the game back to the Stone Age just to find a reason to cancel it. And then, in the 93rd minute, they foul Salah in the box, a clear penalty that would win Egypt the game and they let play continue so Enzo can go down the other end and score the winner. It is not football anymore. It is a movie, and the ending has already been decided before the players even walk out of the tunnel."