Archive · 21 Jul 2026
FIFA Investigates Post-World Cup Clash Between Argentina and Spain Players
After Spain won the World Cup final against Argentina, there was a fight between some players from both teams.
Argentina's Leandro Paredes pushed Spain's Eric Garcia and Gavi.
Spain's Rodri was also involved in a verbal fight with Argentina's Nicolas Otamendi.
Argentina players showed disrespect by turning their backs during Spain's trophy presentation.
FIFA is now investigating the incident to see if any rules were broken.
Spain won the match 1-0 in extra time after Argentina had a player sent off.
FIFA opened an investigation into post-match incidents between Argentina and Spain players.
Leandro Paredes pushed Eric Garcia and Gavi during the scuffle.
Rodri was involved in a verbal confrontation with Nicolas Otamendi.
Argentina players showed disrespect by turning their backs during Spain's trophy presentation.
Spain won the World Cup final 1-0 in extra time after Argentina was reduced to 10 men.
- Who
- Argentina and Spain players, FIFA Disciplinary Committee
- What
- Investigation into post-match incidents
- When
- After the World Cup final on Sunday
- Where
- East Rutherford
- Why
- To investigate potential breaches of the FIFA disciplinary code
Argentina Players' Behavior
Spain Players' Reaction
Initial Confrontation
Argentina Players' Behavior
Argentina players, including Leandro Paredes, were involved in a scuffle with Spain players after the World Cup final.
Spain Players' Reaction
Spain players, including Eric Garcia and Gavi, were defending themselves against aggressive behavior from Argentina players.
Celebration Etiquette
Argentina Players' Behavior
Argentina players stood with their backs to the podium during Spain's trophy presentation, showing disrespect to the new champions.
Spain Players' Reaction
Spain players felt disrespected by Argentina's behavior and reacted accordingly.
- Event
- Post-World Cup final clash
- Location
- East Rutherford
- Investigation Body
- FIFA Disciplinary Committee
- Key Players Involved
- Leandro Paredes, Eric Garcia, Gavi, Rodri, Nahuel Molina, Nicolas Otamendi
- Match Outcome
- Spain won 1-0 in extra time
- Argentina's Status
- Reduced to 10 men after Enzo Fernandez's red card