'Egypt Were Robbed': Zohran Mamdani Says He Will Spend His Saved 6 Minutes Watching FIFA World Cup 2026 Replay | VIDEO
· Free Press Journal
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani mixed football with politics while announcing a new bus improvement plan, joking that New Yorkers could use the time they save to "agree that Egypt were robbed" in their FIFA World Cup 2026 defeat against Argentina.
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While unveiling the "Next Stop: Better Buses, Faster Service" initiative, Mamdani explained that faster bus journeys would give commuters more time with their families and for everyday activities.
Q: What would you do with your extra six minutes?
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Mamdani: I would probably just watch the replays of Egypt getting robbed. pic.twitter.com/paWnDjzRMh
He then added, "It means agreeing with your friends that Egypt were robbed yesterday," drawing loud cheers and applause from the audience.
After the event, a reporter asked Mamdani what he would personally do with the six minutes saved by the new bus service. Without hesitation, he smiled and replied, "Watch the replay," a reference to Egypt's dramatic Round of 16 defeat.
'Egypt Robbed In Broad Daylight': Netizens Allege FIFA Corruption After Messi & Argentina's Controversial Round Of 16 WinEgypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina sparked widespread debate after a second-half goal was ruled out following a VAR review for a foul that took place earlier in the move.
Although Egypt later scored again, Argentina completed a late comeback to seal a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, leaving many fans and pundits questioning the controversial decision.