I told you Egypt was mad(about as mad as I am at Elliott for not coming today)
Egypt were down and out - and downright furious after the video assistant referee (VAR) ruled out a second goal by Mostafa Zico for a foul after midfielder Marwan Attia was penalized for slightly stepping on Lisandro Martinez at the start of the move, when they were leading 1-0.
They were also adamant Mohamed Salah was fouled in Argentina's penalty area, seconds before the reigning champions broke for the winner.
When French referee Francois Letexier signalled full-time, many of Egypt's players slumped to the floor in disbelief at what had just happened.
In an explosive interview after the game, Egypt boss Hossam Hassan said his side had been "treated unfairly" and "suffered injustice." BBC Sport has approached Fifa for comment.
"There have been a lot of things to be questioned on and off the pitch," he added.
"Negative aspects all around. It's just about credibility, lack of credibility with how things unfolded.
"Perhaps they wanted to keep the world champion in the competition. Perhaps they wanted Messi to stay in the running.
"The world champion received support at every level. There seem to be pressures from the Argentina side on this outcome."
This match had everything - a penalty save, a disallowed goal, a red card as well as a thrilling comeback.
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