FIFA has imposed suspensions on members of the Egypt national team following critical remarks made about a referee after their 3-2 defeat against Argentina in the World Cup. Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has been banned for three matches, while forward Mostafa Zico will be sidelined for five. The Egyptian Football Association confirmed the disciplinary action taken by FIFA on Monday. The suspensions stem from the players' public criticism of the referee’s performance during the match. This decision underscores FIFA’s stance against criticizing match officials and maintaining the integrity of the game. Both Hassan and Zico will miss crucial upcoming fixtures as a result of these penalties. The incident highlights the increasing scrutiny of player and coach conduct in international competitions.