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FIFA to Investigate World Cup Final Post-Match Brawl

FIFA said its prosecutor will review potential breaches of its disciplinary code after videos showed Argentina players and staff in the post-match melee.

  • FIFA confirmed on Monday it is investigating Argentina following "disgraceful scenes" after the World Cup final loss to Spain on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
  • Spain secured a 1-0 victory to win the World Cup for the second time after substitute Ferran Torres scored a 106th-minute goal against a toothless Argentina side reduced to 10 men.
  • Post-Match violence erupted as midfielder Leandro Paredes received a red card for grabbing Eric Garcia around the throat, while coach Roberto Ayala reportedly struck Dani Olmo and defender Nahuel Molina allegedly punched Spain captain Rodri.
  • Argentina captain Lionel Messi faced backlash for attempting to get Marc Cucurella sent off, with BBC pundit Wayne Rooney calling the behavior "desperation" and ITV co-commentator Lee Dixon describing him as "a baby."
  • BBC pundits Joe Hart and Micah Richards labeled the post-match conduct "disgusting" and "embarrassing," while FIFA considers potential fines and suspensions for Argentinian players involved in the unrest.
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FIFA has opened an investigation into incidents that occurred after the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, the BBC and Reuters news agency reported, citing FIFA.

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Players and coaches involved may be subject to suspension.

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[Sports Chosun Reporter Kim Ga-eul] The International Football Federation (FIFA) is investigating Argentina's 'disgraceful behavior'. On the 21st (Korean time), the British media outlet 'BBC' reported, "FIFA announced that it would investigate Argentina regarding the disturbance that occurred after the end of the 2026 CONCACAF World Cup final. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has appointed a disciplinary and ethics officer to investigate the situ…

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Bleacherreport broke the news in San Francisco, United States on Sunday, July 19, 2026.
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