Playing at Atlanta Stadium, Egypt appeared destined to produce the greatest result in their World Cup history, leading 2-0 with only 12 minutes of normal time remaining and closing in on a first-ever quarter-final berth.
Their frustration began earlier in the contest when Mostafa Zico had a second goal chalked off following a VAR intervention. Officials ruled that Marwan Attia had fouled Lisandro Martinez by marginally stepping on the defender during the build-up, a decision that enraged the Egyptian camp.
Egypt's anger intensified moments before Argentina's decisive goal when they believed Mohamed Salah had been fouled inside the penalty area, but French referee Francois Letexier waved away the appeals.
Argentina then mounted an astonishing recovery. Cristian Romero gave the holders hope by reducing the deficit in the 79th minute before Lionel Messi restored parity four minutes later.
Enzo Fernandez completed the comeback in the second minute of stoppage time, powering in a header that sparked wild celebrations among Argentina's supporters.
The dramatic turnaround carried the reigning world champions into the quarter-finals, while Egypt were left to reflect on a collapse from a commanding position.
"There have been a lot of things to be questioned on and off the pitch," said Hassan.
"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."
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