Three Argentina players banned over brawl after World Cup final defeat

FILE PHOTO - Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes looks dejected on the pitch following his team's 1-0 defeat against Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina at New York-New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium). (is associated with: «Three Argentina players banned over brawl after World Cup final defeat») Tom Weller/dpa

Three Argentina players have been banned for their part in a brawl at the end of last month’s World Cup final against Spain, but the South American nation have only been fined for displaying a Falkland Islands banner after the semi-final win over England.

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Midfielder Leandro Paredes has been hit hardest and given a 10-match ban and a $90,000 fine by FIFA’s disciplinary committee, while defender Nahuel Molina was given a seven-match suspension and fined the same amount.

Thiago Almada was given a one-match ban and a $30,000 fine, while Argentina coach Roberto Ayala was banned for three matches and fined the same amount.

Spain’s Gavi has also been given a one-match ban and a $30,000 fine.

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