FIFA investigating on-pitch brawl after Spain vs Argentina World Cup final
Summary
FIFA is investigating a fight between players from Spain and Argentina after the World Cup final in New Jersey, which Spain won 1-0 in extra time. The investigation will look into what happened during the post-match brawl and any possible rule violations.Key Facts
- Spain won the World Cup final against Argentina with a 1-0 score after extra time.
- A fight broke out between players of both teams right after the match ended.
- FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee has started an investigation into the post-match incident.
- Argentina’s Leandro Paredes pushed Spanish players during the fight, and was separated by teammates and coaches.
- Some players showed sportsmanship, like Spanish player Lamine Yamal praying and hugging Argentine captain Lionel Messi.
- Spain formed a guard of honor for Argentina during the medal ceremony, but Argentina did not return the gesture.
- FIFA has not said when the investigation will finish or if any punishments will be given.
- FIFA is also investigating Argentina’s earlier display of a political banner about the Falkland Islands during the World Cup semifinal.
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