The World Cup has been rocked by controversy after Uzbek referee Ilgiz Tantashev’s disastrous performance in the France-Paraguay round of 16 match. Critics were quick to condemn his officiating, with one observer saying, ‘I thought I saw a beginner.’ The match, described as a mix between MMA and football, saw Tantashev miss several key calls, leading to widespread outcry. The controversy has now turned to FIFA, with questions mounting over how the governing body appointed Tantashev to such a high-stakes game. The incident is the latest in a series of refereeing controversies that have marred the tournament, prompting calls for reform in referee selection and training processes.
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