Embolo’s Red Card Sparks Outrage as Fans Cry FIFA Favoritism for Messi
Switzerland striker Breel Embolo was controversially sent off in their World Cup quarter-final against Argentina. The second yellow card came after VAR overturned a booking for Leandro Paredes and deemed Embolo guilty of simulation. Social media erupted as fans accused FIFA of rigging the match to favour Lionel Messi. Many pointed to the unprecedented decision as evidence of bias and corruption. Despite going down to ten men, Switzerland held Argentina to a 1-1 draw before conceding in extra time. Argentina won 2-1 and Messi extended his World Cup assist record to ten.
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