Messi Accused Of Dangerous Play In World Cup Match
During Argentina's 3-0 victory over Algeria in the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi is accused of stepping on an opponent's calf with his studs. The incident occurred during a defensive tackle and has sparked debate on social media, though neither the referee nor VAR intervened.
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Zhihu Trending
“梅西世界杯首秀疑似亮鞋钉踩踏对手小腿，裁判未出牌 VAR 未介入引争议，这个动作应该被判罚吗？. #4 trending on Zhihu. Heat: 347 万热度. 比赛过程中，梅西在一次回追铲抢时，疑似从身后踩到了阿尔及利亚后卫艾萨·曼迪的小腿和跟腱部位。”
BBC News Radio
“Wants them to play”
Radio 24 il sole 24 ore
“Lionel Messi accused of dangerous play in World Cup match.”
RFI Anglais - English
“Lionel Messi faces accusations of dangerous play in a World Cup match.”
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