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FIFA suspends Argentina players for World Cup final brawl

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:16 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

FIFA suspends Argentina players for World Cup final brawl

Summary

FIFA has imposed a combined 21-game suspension on four Argentina players and one team official following a brawl at the 2026 World Cup final on July 19. Leandro Paredes received the most severe penalty, facing a 10-match ban and a $90,000 fine after attacking Spain's Eric Garcia. Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada, and Pablo Martín Páez Gavira also received suspensions, while the Argentinian Football Association was fined $321,000. FIFA stated that all involved parties have 10 days to request an appeal, and the disciplinary actions stem from violent incidents during post-match confrontations.

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By the Numbers

•Leandro Paredes faces 10-match ban for grave misconduct.
•Argentina fined $321,000 following the incident.
•FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against multiple players.
•All parties can appeal the decisions within 10 days.
•Brawl occurred after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina.

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8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Argentina Handed 21-Game Ban by FIFA for World Cup Final Brawl

What they're saying

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Leandro Paredes received the harshest punishment with a one-year exile from the national team, after grabbing Eric Garcia by the throat and shoving Gavi.
— Yahoo Sports

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