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Paredes banned 10 games as FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players for World Cup final scuffle
FIFA also fined the Argentine Football Association $321,000 and ordered 50% capacity limits for its next two home matches after discriminatory breaches.
- 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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