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World Cup

Paredes gets 10-match ban for WCup final brawl

By WAF News Desk 1 min read
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Paredes gets 10-match ban for WCup final brawl

FIFA banned three Argentina players on Friday, including a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents after losing the World Cup final.

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FIFA has suspended Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes for 10 matches following a brawl at the conclusion of the World Cup final against Spain. Teammates Nahuel Molina and Thiago Almada received shorter suspensions for their involvement in the post-match incident. FIFA also issued a $321,000 fine related to a Falkland Islands banner displayed by Argentina players.

What we know

  • Paredes received a 10-match ban for striking Spain opponents after the World Cup final loss.
  • Molina and Almada were also suspended, with reports indicating Molina faced a seven-match ban.
  • The brawl occurred at full-time following Argentina's defeat to Spain.

Why it matters

The suspensions directly affect Argentina's squad availability for upcoming fixtures, particularly in World Cup qualification or tournament play. The scale of the punishment reflects FIFA's stance on player conduct and post-match discipline at football's highest level.

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