World Cup Final Referee Marciniak Hits Back At Critics Over Messi's Extra Time Goal
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Szymon Marciniak has finally broken his silence on claims that Lionel Messi's extra-time goal in the World Cup final should have been disallowed.
Marciniak, who has been lauded by many for his near-perfect decisions in the finals of the World Cup, was accused of incompetence by the French media in the epic encounter between Argentina and France.
According to French media, Messi's extra-time goal shouldn't have stood due to the encroachment of Argentina substitutes on the pitch.
However, the Polish referee has refuted such claims, literally fighting fire with fire in his response, per Hindustan Times.
"The French didn't mention this photo, where you can see how there are seven Frenchmen on the pitch when Mbappe scores a goal,” the Polish official stated, holding a picture of the encroachment to reporters via GOAL.
Szymon Marciniak, referee for the World Cup Final, responds to criticism that Lionel Messi’s second goal shouldn’t have counted:
— SPORTbible (@sportbible) December 23, 2022
"The French didn't mention this photo, where you can see how there are seven Frenchmen on the pitch when Mbappé scores a goal." 👀🇫🇷🇦🇷
Via @ZachLowy pic.twitter.com/AdrFr1FrXY
Source: Sportsbrief
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