Tuesday's 2026 World Cup takeaways: Egypt manager Hossam Hassan claims Argentina comeback was 'rigged'

The play was important, but it's not the only thing that cost Egypt on Tuesday. After retaking a 2-0 lead in the 67th minute thanks to midfielder Mostafa Ziko's goal, it squandered the momentum, allowing Argentina to score three goals in 11 minutes. And if the game was rigged, how come the refs called more fouls on Argentina (13) than Egypt (11)?

Hossam Hassan wasn't the only manager who was unhappy about officiating 

Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo may also want a word with officials after Colombia's match against Switzerland at BC Place in Vancouver. The crew gave him a yellow card for a temper tantrum in the 94th minute.

Perhaps Lorenzo was grouchier than normal after watching his team's offense stall for most of the contest. Per OptaJoe, Colombia's and Switzerland's combined expected goal rate (0.7) was the lowest in any normal-time match at the 2026 World Cup. 

Instead of letting his frustration out on the referees, Lorenzo should've directed it toward his players. That may have ignited a stagnant attack. 

Midfielder Ruben Vargas is the man of the hour for Switzerland 

Switzerland didn't score in normal or extra time, but it delivered in the penalty shootout, winning 4-3. Vargas scored the winning penalty kick. The Swiss have now advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954. 

That's even more surprising considering the Swiss didn't know if Vargas would play Tuesday. He cut Monday's practice short for an unspecified reason. You can be sure Switzerland is even happier he played after he sent them to the next round of the tournament.

Argentina may be playing a dangerous game

Yes, Argentina's comeback was thrilling. It was so exhilarating that even former New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady took notice, comparing it to his rally in Super Bowl LI against the Atlanta Falcons. New England won that game 34-28 after trailing 28-3.

Brady would also tell you miraculous comebacks like the one on Tuesday are a one-time deal. Argentina must play much better against Switzerland after playing down to its competition in its last two matches against Cape Verde and Egypt. The reigning World Cup champions allowed four goals during this span. 

Luckily for Argentina, it features forward Lionel Messi, who scored his eighth goal of the tournament on Tuesday to regain his lead in the Golden Boot race. Still, it can't count on the 39-year-old to keep powering late comebacks, even if he's a "GOAT" in his respective sport, like seven-time Super Bowl champion Brady.