New York/IBNS, July 9 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has joined the growing chorus of criticism over the officiating in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash between Egypt and Argentina, saying "Egypt was robbed" in a remark that quickly went viral on social media.

Mamdani made the comment while launching a new faster bus service in New York City, taking an unexpected detour from transport policy to football.

While explaining how the new bus service would save commuters valuable time, a journalist asked the mayor how he would use the extra minutes if he had them.

The remark was widely shared online, with football fans debating both the controversial refereeing decisions and the mayor's comments.

Mamdani's comments come amid wide...