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FIFA rejects Leandro Paredes' appeal but reduces Nahuel Molina's ban

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 7:53 AM

Last updated Nov 7, 2026

FIFA rejects Leandro Paredes' appeal but reduces Nahuel Molina's ban

Summary

FIFA has upheld Leandro Paredes' 10-match suspension and $90,000 fine following violent incidents after Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final on July 19, 2026. The governing body modified Nahuel Molina's suspension to four matches and reduced his fine to $60,000, while the Argentine Football Association plans to appeal both decisions to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. FIFA also fined the AFA $321,000 for various disciplinary violations during the tournament, including fan misconduct and security issues, and ordered limitations on stadium attendance for two upcoming home matches.

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By the Numbers

•FIFA upheld Paredes' 10-match ban and $90,000 fine.
•Molina's ban was reduced from seven matches to four.
•Argentina's AFA fined $321,000 for disciplinary issues.
•Two home matches will have 50% stadium attendance limits.
•AFA plans to appeal decisions to CAS.

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7:53 AMYahoo Sports — FIFA Rejects Leandro Paredes' Appeal But Reduces Ban for Another Argentine Ahead of CAS Battle

What they're saying

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Argentina’s players were already heartbroken after their 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19. But tensions between the two sides escalated after the final whistle, leading to a physical confrontation.
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