FIFA Probes Argentina Over World Cup Final Brawl and Malvinas Banner as 1-0 Loss to Spain Spurs Sanctions
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Updated · HYPEBEAST · Jul 21
FIFA Probes Argentina Over World Cup Final Brawl and Malvinas Banner as 1-0 Loss to Spain Spurs Sanctions
3 articles · Updated · HYPEBEAST · Jul 21
Summary
July 19’s World Cup final fallout widened as FIFA opened a formal disciplinary case into Argentina over the post-match melee and political banners, with rulings expected before the next international window.
Video under review shows Leandro Paredes grabbing Eric Garcia by the throat and throwing Gavi down, while Nahuel Molina is accused of striking Rodri; several players now risk multi-match bans and heavy fines.
Article 36 charges also cover alleged disrespect during Spain’s trophy lift, including reports that Argentine players turned their backs on the podium after Ferran Torres’ extra-time winner sealed a 1-0 defeat.
Atlanta celebrations after the semi-final against England are part of the same probe because players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner, breaching FIFA’s ban on political statements.
Enzo Fernandez already faces an automatic suspension after a second yellow card in the 93rd minute, adding to the pressure on the reigning Copa America champions and the Argentine Football Association.