FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players for World Cup final scuffle

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August 21, 2026

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FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players for World Cup final scuffle

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ZURICH (AP) — FIFA on Friday handed bans to three Argentina players, led by a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents moments after the World Cup final.

One Argentina coach as well as one Spanish player — Gavi — were also banned.

Argentina defender Nahuel Molina was handed a seven-game ban while Thiago Almada was given a one-game suspension.

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