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Disallowed Nico Williams goal saves Argentina in World Cup final
Nico WilliamsSlavko VincicMikel MerinoNicolás OtamendiArgentinaSpainGianni InfantinoEnzo Fernández
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A disallowed goal by Nico Williams in extra time spared Argentina in the World Cup final, keeping the match alive and leading to their eventual victory. Referee Slavko Vincic, of Slovenia, ruled out the goal due to a foul by Mikel Merino on Nicolás Otamendi. Source: elconfidencial The decision prompted Spanish fans to chant "Infantino es argentino," referencing FIFA President Gianni Infantino's nationality. Source: clarin
Controversial call
Merino's contact with Otamendi was minimal, but Vincic deemed it sufficient. Spain had dominated, with over 10 shots, but the disallowed goal was their best chance. Source: elconfidencial Argentine supporters celebrated the reprieve.
Pre-match tensions
Spain's coach Luis de la Fuente had previously complained about "Argentine aggression" and expressed concerns over refereeing. Source: clarin The chant tied directly to those fears, alleging bias.
Outcome
With ten men after Enzo Fernández's expulsion, Argentina managed to hold on to a 0-0 draw through extra time and won on penalties. Source: elconfidencial The controversy will long be remembered alongside other famous World Cup moments.
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“"Infantino es argentino" fue el cántico que comenzó a escucharse en Nueva Jersey y que está estrechamente vinculado a la bajada de linea que se intentó dar en la previa del partido por parte de los jugadores dirigidos por Luis de la Fuente.”
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“Slavko Vincic salvó a Argentina cuando España anotó el primer gol del encuentro en la prórroga.”
clarin↗
“Cabe recordar que tanto el entrenador como distintos jugadores hablaron en la previa de la "agresividad argentina" y de como iba a ser crucial en el partido el accionar del árbitro.”