Resolution criteria

This is a subjective poll. It will resolve based on the final distribution of votes in this poll. The option that receives the highest percentage of votes at the time of the market's close will resolve YES, and the remaining options will resolve NO. In the event of a tie, the tied options will resolve proportionally.

Background

Accusations of FIFA showing favoritism toward Argentina and Lionel Messi have been a recurring talking point in international football:

• 2022 World Cup: Following Argentina's championship victory in Qatar, several figures raised concerns. Most notably, former Netherlands manager Louis van Gaal claimed that the tournament was "premeditated" to ensure Messi won.

• 2026 World Cup: Similar controversies resurfaced during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Critics pointed to referee and VAR decisions in matches against Egypt and Switzerland. Online petitions demanding FIFA action garnered millions of signatures, and social media trends like "VARgentina" went viral.

FIFA has consistently rejected all allegations of bias, maintaining that match officials operate independently. This poll captures community sentiment on whether Argentina receives preferential treatment from football's governing body.

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