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FIFA hits Argentina with World Cup charges for scuffle and ‘Malvinas’ banner
FIFA also is investigating discriminatory chants, security failures and objects thrown by spectators across several matches, with sanctions possible for players and the federation.
- On July 29, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee announced formal proceedings against the Argentinian Football Association for alleged player assaults during the World Cup final and a non-sporting political banner display.
- Following a semifinal victory over England on July 15, players displayed a banner declaring "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" , which FIFA is investigating as a prohibited non-sporting demonstration.
- Midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three assault charges, defender Nahuel Molina two, and assistant coach Roberto Ayala one following a post-match brawl after Spain's 1-0 victory on July 19.
- All charged individuals have been provided an opportunity to present their positions to the FIFA Disciplinary Committee, which will issue a decision in due course; those found guilty face potential lengthy suspensions.
- Historical precedent indicates FIFA previously fined Argentina £20,000 for a similar political banner in 2014, underscoring ongoing friction over the Falkland Islands, a British Overseas Territory.
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