India, July 8 -- Argentina and Egypt played out one of the most intense games of this FIFA World Cup in the Round of 16, where the Lionel Messi-led side pulled off a breathtaking comeback to secure a 3-2 victory. While fans witnessed a stunning turnaround in the dying minutes, off-pitch controversy took centre stage after La Albiceleste booked their place in the quarter-finals. The Egyptian camp raised questions over the refereeing, claiming their opponents were favoured in some situations.

Things turned heated as players and members of the Egyptian coaching unit were shown cards even after the final whistle. Tempers flared after Argentina scored back-to-back goals late in the second half to equalise. Enzo Fernandez finally struck the wi...