FIFA investigates Argentina players after on-field brawl following World Cup final

Key Points:

• FIFA has launched an investigation into a post-match altercation following Spain's victory over Argentina in the World Cup final, focusing on a brief on-field scuffle involving several players.
• Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes was seen shoving Spain's Eric Garcia by the throat and pushing Spain's Gavi to the ground during the incident.
• Spain captain Rodri was reportedly struck in the stomach by Argentina defender Nahuel Molina, who then engaged in a verbal confrontation with Rodri, involving former teammate Nicolas Otamendi.
• Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni and other players intervened to calm the situation, while FIFA's disciplinary committee has appointed a prosecutor to investigate potential breaches of conduct.
• The investigation comes after Spain won 1-0 in extra time, with Argentina reduced to 10 men due to Enzo Fernandez's red card, and following an unusual display of disrespect by Argentina players towards Spain during the trophy ceremony.