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FIFA opens disciplinary case against Argentine Football Association after World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:40 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

FIFA opens disciplinary case against Argentine Football Association after World Cup

Summary

FIFA has initiated disciplinary proceedings against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) due to violations of its Disciplinary Code during the FIFA World Cup 2026. The case includes instances of discriminatory chants, security issues, and players allegedly engaging in assault and unsporting conduct during the final match against Spain. Individual charges are filed against players Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and coaching staff member Roberto Ayala. All parties have been given deadlines to respond, and FIFA's Disciplinary Committee will review the evidence before issuing a ruling in the coming weeks.

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By the Numbers

•FIFA's Disciplinary Committee is reviewing multiple violations by AFA.
•Charges include discriminatory actions and security protocol failures.
•Leandro Paredes faces three charges for assault.
•Proceedings for unsporting conduct also involve Nahuel Molina and Thiago Almada.
•Official rulings from FIFA are expected in the coming weeks.

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The FIFA Disciplinary Committee confirmed the opening of proceedings against the Argentine Football Association (AFA) for multiple violations of its Disciplinary Code. The case includes discriminatory...
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