September 26 – The Futsal World Cup has exploded into controversy, with coaches making accusations of match-fixing following a heavy defeat for France towards Iran.
Rivals have complained concerning the method of the French efficiency in a 4-1 loss, a outcome that opened up a doubtlessly simpler passage by means of the event for Les Bleus in Uzbekistan.
After a dull first half, Iran simply prevailed after France conceded a gentle opening aim within the second, triggering offended reactions from different groups, a few of whom filed complaints to FIFA.
“FIFA is conscious of complaints filed by taking part groups on the FIFA Futsal World Cup Uzbekistan 2024 concerning the Group F match between France and IR Iran,” a FIFA spokesperson was quoted as saying. “No additional remark can be made whereas this course of is ongoing.”
Whereas each groups had already certified for the final 16, the outcome means France will tackle Thailand earlier than a possible quarter-final towards Paraguay, whereas Iran face Morocco forward of a attainable last-eight conflict towards world primary Brazil.
“Iran and France, coaches and gamers alike, have disgraced my sport. You’re a shame to the world,” Thailand coach Miguel Rodrigo wrote on X.
Retired Brazil nice Falcao was quoted by French media as saying: “It exhibits a scarcity of respect for the World Cup. The match was clearly fastened from the primary minute.”
A submit on X by Libyan head coach Ricardo Iñiguez, whose group had been eradicated from the competitors on the group stage, additionally stated the match had been a “shame” for the game. “Libya goes to file an official criticism.”
However France coach Raphael Reynaud stated the best way the match performed out was about avoiding bookings and accidents.
“It was Iran’s duty to be in control of the sport,” he stated. “The draw is extra open for us however our major aim was to not get booked and to keep away from accidents.”
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