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World Cup Rest Day Before Quarter-Finals

The 2026 World Cup enjoys its first day without matches as teams rest ahead of quarter-finals beginning Thursday. Egypt's coach protests referee decisions after Argentina's victory.

The 2026 World Cup takes its first break since the tournament began, with teams resting before quarter-finals kick off Thursday. France faces Morocco in Boston, followed by Spain versus Belgium Friday, and finally Argentina against Switzerland Saturday.

Argentina defeated Egypt 3-2 in yesterday's match after a remarkable comeback, while Switzerland advanced to the quarters by beating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw. Egyptian coach Hossam Hassan criticized referee François Letexier's decisions, stating: 'No voy a ver ningún partido más del Mundial. Es mi manera de reaccionar ante lo que ha pasado.' He added: 'Hemos merecido la victoria y les hemos superado en todo, pero el resultado se vio influido por factores externos.' toffler.lol