WORLD● LOWAug 22 · Aug 22, 2026, 10:08 AM
FIFA sanctions Argentina over brawl at World Cup final game
France 24 [en]
Argentina’s defeat in the football World Cup final defeat has come with a costly post-match hangover. FIFA has imposed a ban on Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes and a hefty fine for sparking a brawl after his side's loss to Spain. His teammate Nahuel Molina has been similarly disciplined in a series of a decisions by the FIFA disciplinary committee. Story by Nick Rushworth.
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