The referee in tonight's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina has come under intense scrutiny for a lack of yellow cards.
High-profile media figures cheering on England have expressed their discontent over what they perceive as favorable treatment towards Argentina in this game.
Former footballer Stan Collymore has pointed out that Argentina could have easily had two players sent off, citing three yellow card offenses by Enzo Fernandez and Giuliano Simeone.
Piers Morgan has also slammed the referee for missing what he believes are about five yellow cards for Argentina so far, describing the team as "dirty" and "woefully unpunished."
Argentina's aggressive play has been frustrating for England, but some observers may be taking their criticism a step too far in suggesting serious favoritism is at play.
England's performance so far has been impressive, and they're taking the fight to current holders Argentina.
However, they'll need to do better in the second half if they're to have a serious chance of making it to the World Cup final for the first time since 1966.
Argentina, meanwhile, are looking to retain the trophy they won in Qatar in 2022 and will hope for more Lionel Messi magic to continue their remarkable form at this year's tournament.
