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Egypt Ex-Goalkeeper Calls World Cup Exit 'Robbery'

Former Egyptian goalkeeper Ahmed Shobeir has written a letter to his son Mostafa, calling Egypt's World Cup elimination against Argentina a 'robbery' after controversial decisions.

Ahmed Shobeir, 65, a former goalkeeper for Egypt and Al-Ahly (1980-96) who now works as a sports commentator, wrote a supportive letter to his son Mostafa after Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the Round of 16. The elder Shobeir described the match as 'a robbery' and referenced Egypt's complaints about two key decisions that went against them.

The elder Shobeir, who represented Egypt from 1984-96, expressed his support for his son following the painful elimination, while also voicing his opinion that the match was unfairly decided. rouesnews.click