Unbelievable Decision
England fans were left fuming after a controversial try was awarded to Argentina in the rugby World Cup third-place play-off. The try came after what many viewers believed was a forward pass from Lucio Cinti. Despite referee Nic Berry reviewing the replay, he still gave the thumbs-up to the try, leaving fans in disbelief.
Fan Reaction
Viewers took to social media to express their outrage at the decision. Many called it the "most ridiculous decision ever seen" and questioned how the referee could miss such an obvious forward pass. Fans argued that if World Rugby wants to be taken seriously, they need to officiate matches more thoroughly.
Controversial Moment
The forward pass from Cinti to Tomas Cubelli became one of the biggest talking points of the tournament in terms of refereeing decisions. Despite the controversy, Argentina celebrated the score, which ignited their performance in the game.
Thrilling Clash
The match between England and Argentina became a thrilling encounter, setting the stage for the final between New Zealand and South Africa. However, many fans still couldn't get over the controversial try and compared it to American Football due to the nature of the catch.
courtesy of thesun.co.uk
Disclaimer: This article is a rewrite for a UK audience and is not an original TMZ article.