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Leandro Paredes confronts Spain's Eric Garcia and Gavi after World Cup final loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Jul 20, 2026

Leandro Paredes confronts Spain's Eric Garcia and Gavi after World Cup final loss
Summary

Argentina lost to Spain 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final on July 20, 2026. Spain controlled the match and effectively contained Lionel Messi. After the game, Leandro Paredes confronted Eric Garcia and shoved Gavi, who intervened. Paredes received a red card for his actions amid a tournament marked by Argentina's aggressive play. Moving forward, Argentina will need to reassess their strategy under manager Lionel Scaloni, as they struggled to match Spain's performance.

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  • •Spain wins the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 against Argentina.
  • •Leandro Paredes received a red card after the match for unsportsmanlike conduct.
  • •Argentina's Enzo Fernandez received a red card during the game.
  • •Rodri of Spain was awarded the Golden Ball, with Kylian Mbappe the top scorer.
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  • 6:15 AMYahoo Sports — Leandro Paredes attacks Eric Garcia and Gavi after Argentina lose the 2026 World Cup final to Spain
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Spain claimed a 1-0 win over Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup, adding a second title to their name.La Roja controlled the game and stifled Lionel Messi, delivering a masterclass on the internationa...

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