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FIFA World Cup Controversy: Refereeing, Golden Boot Race, and Investigations
The FIFA World Cup is facing multiple controversies, including allegations of rigged matches and questionable refereeing during the Argentina vs. Egypt game. Lionel Messi is leading the Golden Boot race, with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland close behind. Separately, the Argentina Football Association is reportedly under FBI scanner for money laundering charges.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 3 · Centre 4 · Right 2 n = 9
- Left (3): National Herald, The Hindu, The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (4): Deccan Chronicle, Hindustan Times, Patrika, The New Indian Express
- Right (2): India Today, Republic World
- International (3): Al Jazeera English, France 24, Reuters