After the final whistle of the FIFA World Cup match in New Jersey, players from Argentina and Spain clash in a physical brawl as Spain celebrate their extra-time 1-0 win. Multiple reports describe the fight breaking out within seconds of the end of the match, involving Argentina midfielders, including Leandro Paredes, and Spain players, including Eric García and Gavi. Several outlets say Paredes initiates or escalates the confrontation and is later sent off. Accounts differ slightly on the specific actions, but they agree he puts his hands on an opponent—described as contact with García and involvement with Gavi—and that additional Argentina players become involved. One report also says another Argentina player is sent off in connection with the altercation, while others mention Thiago Almada as being involved. The incident draws widespread condemnation and prompts calls for FIFA to investigate and impose disciplinary action. Sources report that FIFA is expected to review the post-match conduct following the brawl.
Paredes sent off as Argentina and Spain players brawl after World Cup final
After the final whistle of the FIFA World Cup match in New Jersey, players from Argentina and Spain clash in a physical brawl as Spain celebrate their extra-time 1-0 win. Multiple reports describe the...
- A brawl involving Argentina and Spain breaks out immediately after the final whistle of the World Cup final.
- Spain win the match 1-0 after extra time.
- Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes is sent off for involvement in the post-match fight.
- Reports describe Paredes making contact with Spain players, including Eric García and Gavi.
- Multiple outlets say FIFA is expected to investigate Argentina’s conduct and consider further sanctions.
Argentina player Leandro Paredes was given a red card for instigating a physical fight against Spanish players following the FIFA World Cup final
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