Argentina's Paredes suspended for 10 games for World Cup fight
Summary
Leandro Paredes and other Argentina players have been banned and fined for their involvement in fights with Spain players after the 2026 World Cup final, which Spain won 1-0. Argentina’s football association also received a fine and was ordered to play home games without fans due to misconduct by players and supporters.Key Facts
- Leandro Paredes was suspended for 10 international games and fined $90,000.
- Paredes grabbed Spain’s Eric Garcia by the throat and wrestled Gavi to the ground after the final.
- Argentina’s Nahuel Molina received a seven-match ban and a $90,000 fine.
- Thiago Almada was suspended for one match and fined $30,000.
- Spain’s Gavi received a similar penalty for his role in the fight.
- Argentina must play its next two home matches without fans; one match of this sanction is suspended.
- The Argentinian Football Association was fined $321,000 for misconduct, including discriminatory chants and political demonstrations.
- The AFA plans to appeal the bans and fines.
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