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FIFA fines Argentina FA, suspends four players after World Cup brawl

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:18 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

FIFA fines Argentina FA, suspends four players after World Cup brawl
Summary

FIFA has issued a $321,000 fine to the Argentina FA and suspended four players following a post-match scuffle with Spain after the 2026 World Cup final, which Spain won 1-0. The altercation involved players Leandro Paredes and Eric García, among others. This incident led FIFA to cite violations including discriminatory chants from fans. Paredes faces the heaviest penalty, receiving a 10-match suspension and a $90,000 fine. Other players, Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada, and Pablo Martín Páez Gavira, received varying suspensions and fines. A team official was also suspended for three matches. Argentina will play their next two home games with reduced fan attendance.

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  • •Argentina FA fined $321,000 for post-match scuffle violations.
  • •Leandro Paredes suspended for 10 matches after altercation.
  • •Fans and team violated FIFA's Disciplinary Code during match.
  • •Argentina to have 50 percent fan attendance for next two home games.
  • •FIFA investigation followed a brawl after the World Cup final.
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  • 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 World Cup: Argentina FA fined, four players and one team official suspended for scuffle with Spain after final
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FIFA will restrict how many fans can attend the next two Argentina home games following its World Cup brawl.

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