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FIFA reduces Nahuel Molina's ban after World Cup final brawl

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 4:38 PM

Last updated Nov 7, 2026

FIFA reduces Nahuel Molina's ban after World Cup final brawl

Summary

FIFA has reduced the international suspension of Argentina and Roma defender Nahuel Molina from seven matches to four. This decision follows an appeal by the Argentine Football Association related to Molina's involvement in a brawl after the 2026 World Cup final, which Argentina lost to Spain. The incident resulted in Molina initially facing a $77,000 fine, now reduced to $60,000. Molina sat out recent friendly matches against Bolivia, Burkina Faso, and Benin as part of his suspension, leaving him with one match to serve. He was not included in Argentina's latest squad for upcoming friendlies against Uruguay and Costa Rica. Meanwhile, Leandro Paredes' 10-match ban for the same incident remains upheld.

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By the Numbers

•Molina receives a reduced four-game ban from FIFA.
•His fine decreased from $77,000 to $60,000 following an appeal.
•He has served three matches of his suspension already.
•Molina was excluded from Argentina's squad for upcoming friendlies.
•Paredes' 10-match ban remains unchanged.

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4:38 PMYahoo Sports — FIFA reduce ban for Argentina & Roma defender Nahuel Molina following 2026 World Cup final brawl

What they're saying

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Argentina and Roma defender Nahuel Molina has received a significant boost after FIFA agreed to reduce his lengthy international suspension. The ban was originally issued following the chaotic scenes that marred the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup final earlier this summer, which Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in extra time.
— Yahoo Sports

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