Fifa investigates Argentina after post-final altercations with Spain

BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 4:44 PM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Fifa investigates Argentina after post-final altercations with Spain
Summary

Argentina faces a possible Fifa investigation following post-match altercations after their World Cup final loss to Spain on July 20. Tensions erupted as Argentina players confronted Spain's team during the celebrations, leading to a brawl involving several players and coaching staff. Fifa’s disciplinary committee will examine match reports to decide on potential actions, which may include player suspensions and fines for the Argentine Football Association. Argentina's Leandro Paredes and assistant coach Roberto Ayala were among those named in reports of violent conduct.

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  • •Argentina loses 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final.
  • •Post-match tensions lead to altercations among players and staff.
  • •Fifa's disciplinary committee to review match reports for action.
  • •Leandro Paredes allegedly involved in violent altercations.
  • •Argentina may face suspensions and fines for misconduct.
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  • 4:44 PMBBC Football — Could Argentina face action after post-final trouble?
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Argentina are likely to face a Fifa investigation following the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final.

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