Following Argentina's controversial 3-2 FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 win over Egypt, Lionel Messi's 2019 Copa America rant resurfaced. After Argentina's disputed semifinal loss to host Brazil and his red card against Chile, Messi claimed, "Corruption and the referees are ruining football" and "I think the cup is fixed for Brazil," amid Egypt's accusations of biased officiating.