Egyptian chip company Chipsy halts production of packaging with Messi image after coach clash

Egyptian snack manufacturer Chipsy (Shivsi) has stopped producing all bags, pouches, and products bearing Lionel Messi's image, citing the recent confrontation between Egypt national team coach Hossam Hassan and the Argentine star, according to reports.

Following the heated confrontation between Egypt coach Hossam Hassan and Lionel Messi during their July 8 match, Egyptian snack maker Chipsy (Shivsi) announced it has ceased production of all packaging featuring the Argentine star's image, according to reports. The company framed the move as solidarity with the national team. Earlier fallout from the match included consumer boycott calls against Messi and Hassan's confrontations with fans waving an Israeli flag, as previously reported.

2 developments

1. 2 hours ago · 11:16 · 11 JulLatest

   Cites confrontation between coach Hossam Hassan and Lionel Messi.

2. 10:29 · 10 Jul

   Egyptian chip company stops producing bags with Messi image, citing solidarity with national team

• Developing21 hours ago · 15:51 · 10 JulEgyptian consumers launch boycott against Lionel Messi after national team elimination
• Strong3 days ago · 08:47 · 8 JulEgypt coach Hossam Hassan was booked, reportedly spat at crowd and cursed after Argentina's 3-2 comeback
• Strong6 days ago · 07:31 · 5 JulActivist Emily Schreiber rebukes Egyptian coach for Palestinian flag display
• Developing4 days ago · 22:52 · 7 JulEgypt Coach Confronts Fans Who Waved Israeli Flag After Team's Elimination

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