FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into Argentina following violent clashes at the end of the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time. The match on Sunday was already tense after Argentina’s Enzo Fernández became the first player sent off in a World Cup final since 2010. After the final whistle, multiple altercations erupted involving Argentina’s Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina and assistant coach Roberto Ayala, with incidents including grabbing opponents by the throat and alleged punches. Head coach Lionel Scaloni was seen trying to calm players as officials intervened.

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