- Argentina are reportedly under FIFA investigation after the World Cup final.
- The probe relates to alleged disrespectful conduct following the defeat to Spain.
- FIFA is expected to review post-match incidents before deciding on any action.
Argentina's upsetting loss against Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final was marred by post-match incidents, leading FIFA to investigate Argentina's behavior.
Argentine players, including Leandro Paredes, lost their cool during the match at the MetLife Stadium cost them the World Cup title as they confronted their Spanish opponent. Paredes had a physical fight with Eric Garcia and Gavi while Nahuel Molina seemed to pick a fight with the Spanish captain Rodri.
The chaos did not limit itself to the players, as assistant coach Roberto Ayala was also accused of trying to punch Dani Olmo.
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FIFA Set To Investigate Argentina's Post-Match Behaviour
According to Sky Sports, FIFA are preparing to investigate Argentina's conduct following their 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
The disciplinary inquiry follows a series of events that unfolded right after the last whistle of the contest. When Spain's players and staff ran onto the field to celebrate their second championship, a number of agitated Argentinians confronted their opponents.
Leandro Paredes was involved in the scrimmage when he grabbed Eric Garcia, a defender from Spain. At the same time, he pushed midfielder Gavi as well.
Argentina Turn Their Backs During Spain's Trophy Celebration
The event was mired in controversy as the medal and trophy were given out. When Spain took the FIFA World Cup trophy, all the players of the Argentina team allegedly turned their back to the podium instead of witnessing the celebrations.
Critics say that the act was disrespectful towards the newly crowned champions and contrary to the ethos of sportsmanship.
Pundits And Fans Slam Argentina's Conduct
The reaction of Argentina after the final whistle was subject to severe scrutiny by a number of football analysts and former players.
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Some called the conduct seen on TV completely unacceptable and demanded strict disciplinary measures from FIFA, especially against Paredes after he got his red card.
Numerous commentators called what happened “shameful” while a lot of messages appeared on social networks criticizing the players from Argentina. Some fans even considered the players to be “devils” due to their actions during the celebrations of Spain.
FIFA is now going to check the video and the reports from the referees which means that Argentine may be punished for this situation that was supposed to become a great event in the history of the World Cup, but instead was turned into one of the most controversial episodes in the tournament history.