Spain Coach De La Fuente Says Argentina’s Conduct After World Cup Final Was ‘Unacceptable’
FIFA opened a disciplinary investigation after Spain’s 1-0 extra-time win, as Spain coach Luis de la Fuente called the postfinal confrontations unacceptable.
- FIFA launched an investigation into testy on-field confrontations following Spain's 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium.
- Several on-field incidents occurred after the final whistle, including a scuffle involving Gavi, Leandro Paredes, and Thiago Almada, while Argentina defender Nahuel Molina reportedly struck Spain captain Rodri.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente criticized the "unacceptable" behavior from Argentina's squad on Thursday, praising his own players for maintaining composure during the aggressive incidents.
- Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala apologized Wednesday for his confrontation with Dani Olmo, describing the incident as a shove rather than a punch.
- FIFA disciplinary rules allow a special prosecutor to propose measures, yet the governing body has provided no specific timetable for cases, leaving potential bans unclear.
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Independent EspañolWhile FIFA investigates Argentina’s conduct after the World Cup final, Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente has described the incidents as “unacceptable and unacceptable.”
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