Gavi calls for no bans on Argentina players after World Cup final chaos
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Gavi expressed his thoughts on the post-final chaos following Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final on July 21 in East Rutherford. He stated he does not support bans for Argentine players involved in the incidents that erupted after the final whistle, where Enzo Fernández was sent off. FIFA has initiated an investigation into multiple occurrences of misconduct, not limited to Gavi's altercation with Leandro Paredes. While acknowledging that the conduct sets a poor example, Gavi emphasized that aggressive moments are part of football. He suggested that sending off players during the match would have been a more logical solution.
- •Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 against Argentina on July 21.
- •Gavi was involved in a post-match altercation with Leandro Paredes.
- •Enzo Fernández received a red card, leaving Argentina with ten men.
- •FIFA is investigating multiple incidents after the match concluded.
- •Gavi believes no Argentine players should face suspensions.
- 12:02 PMESPN — Spain's Gavi: Don't punish Argentina for fracas
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Gavi Urges No Bans for Argentina Players Despite Post-Final Chaos
"Gavi has given his verdict on the post-final chaos that followed Spain’s 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina on Sunday, telling Cadena Cope that he does not want to see any of the Argentine p...
"Spain midfielder Gavi believes Argentina players should not be punished by FIFA for their actions after Sunday's World Cup final.
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External links- ESPNJul 22, 2026, 12:02 PMSpain's Gavi: Don't punish Argentina for fracas
Spain midfielder Gavi believes Argentina players should not be punished by FIFA for their actions after Sunday's World Cup final.
- Yahoo SportsJul 22, 2026, 9:00 AMGavi Urges No Bans for Argentina Players Despite Post-Final Chaos
Gavi has given his verdict on the post-final chaos that followed Spain’s 1-0 World Cup final victory over Argentina on Sunday, telling Cadena Cope that he does not want to see any of the Argentine p...
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