FIFA will investigate Argentina for brawl after World Cup final loss to Spain
Yahoo Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- FIFA has launched an investigation into Argentina following post-match incidents after their 2026 World Cup final loss to Spain, where a brawl broke out after Spain won 1-0.
- The investigation focuses on potential breaches of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, with a Disciplinary and Ethics Prosecutor appointed to review the case.
- Argentina's Leandro Paredes was seen grabbing Spain's Eric García by the throat and shoving Gavi to the ground, actions that could result in automatic red cards if confirmed.
- The disciplinary committee will examine referee reports, official documentation, and video footage before deciding on any sanctions.
- Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni intervened to break up the post-match scuffle, which escalated after tensions during the match.
