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Paredes banned 10 games as FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players for World Cup final scuffle
- Fifa handed Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes a 10-match suspension and $90,000 fine following the World Cup 2026 final against Spain. The governing body imposed heavy sanctions on Argentina after the match concluded.
- The disciplinary action stems from a post-match brawl where Paredes threw opponent Pablo Mart to the ground. Spain emerged victorious in the final, sparking the incident that led to these severe penalties.
- Additional Argentina team members face suspensions: Nahuel Molina received a seven-match ban, Thiago Almada a one-match suspension, and coach Roberto Ayala a three-match ban. Gavira also received a one-match suspension with a $30,000 fine.
- The Argentinian Football Association received a $321,000 fine for breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code , including team misconduct, discriminatory chants by supporters, and order and security violations. Fifa's disciplinary committee investigated possible breaches during the incident.
- Fifa continues to review team conduct following the tournament's conclusion, with additional disciplinary decisions pending. These sanctions reflect the governing body's attempt to address the alleged "disgraceful brawl" and broader behavioral issues within Argentina's squad.
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The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) has handed out punishments to Argentina's hot-blooded players after their World Cup final defeat to Spain. Leandro Paredes received the heaviest punishment, with a ten-match ban and a fine of 77,000 euros.
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FIFA bans Leandro Paredes for 10 matches over World Cup final scuffle
Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has been handed a 10-match ban by FIFA following a scuffle with Spain players moments after the World Cup final. Paredes received the longest suspension among three Argentina players punished for the incident. The sanctions were announced by FIFA on Friday.
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