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Argentina’s World Cup Final Brawl: Potential Punishments As FIFA Open Investigation

At least three different Argentinian players appeared to be involved in a brawl with their Spanish counterparts after Sunday’s final.

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Was Leandro Paredes sent off against Spain? Update issued as Fifa launch investigation into post-match brawl

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The Independent UK

Argentina players face bans as Fifa opens investigation into World Cup final brawls

Leandro Paredes was shown a red card after the final whistle and Fifa said it was looking into the Falklands banner on the pitch after England v Argentina

The Guardian - UK

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Leandro Paredes not sent off after World Cup final brawl as Fifa opens investigation

It was widely reported by broadcasters that Paredes was sent off but Fifa sources have indicated this was not the case

The Independent UK

FIFA launch investigation into Argentina behaviour after World Cup final brawl

Chaos broke out at full-time whistle in New Jersey as players squared off

Evening Standard

Fifa to investigate Argentina’s clashes with Spain players after World Cup final

The brief announcement offered no timetable for the inquiry and did not name specific players

The Independent UK

Fifa to investigate Argentina after players brawl during World Cup final

FIFA has launched an investigation into potential disciplinary breaches by Argentina following their World Cup final defeat to Spain

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The 2026 World Cup was full of spectacle, scandal and compromise

This was a good rather than great World Cup on the field. In the background, things were a lot less edifying

The Guardian - US

FIFA to review post-match brawl after Spain vs Argentina World Cup final

The National (Scotland)

Gangs of New Jersey: how the World Cup final descended into ugly scenes between Argentina and Spain

A blow-by-blow account of how Spain and Argentina players fought in the aftermath of the Sunday showpiece

The Guardian - UK

What punishment could Argentina face as World Cup final ends in brawl?

Fifa are set to investigate the post-match scenes before deciding whether to take additional disciplinary action - but violent conduct carries a three-match ban

The Independent UK

Muppets, Donald Trump and Lego trophies: The top 10 weirdest moments from the World Cup final

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in added time in a game which was full of colourful and at times farcical incidents but notably low on football quality

The Independent UK

The impossible Lionel Messi question Argentina must answer at the end of a golden era

WORLD CUP 2026: Messi seems sure to retire after falling short in the World Cup final – and, Richard Jolly writes, replacing the irreplaceable is just one of several issues they face

The Independent UK

"I don't know if I can continue" Lionel Scaloni breaks down in tears after Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain

The Argentina boss left his post-match press conference in tears after losing to Spain

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The Independent UK

Argentina’s president Javier Milei promises the country a bank holiday... despite losing the World Cup final

Argentina were finally beaten on Sunday following a tournament defined by controversial decisions and tackles

Evening Standard

Watch: The punch that sparked 'disgusting' World Cup final brawl as Argentina branded 'disgrace'

Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes could face FIFA action after violent scenes that followed defeat by Spain

The National (Scotland)

Ex-Celtic star labels Argentina's behaviour 'disgusting' after World Cup final

Former England goalkeeper Hart labelled Argentina’s behaviour “disgusting” following their World Cup final defeat to Spain.

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup Final Brawl: Key Players, Flashpoint and Reaction From Ugly Scenes

A fight between the players broke out at MetLife Stadium shortly after the final whistle.

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The Economic Times

Paredes, Eric Garcia at centre of post-final altercation after Spain's World Cup win

Spain secured their second FIFA World Cup title after defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time. The decisive goal came from Ferran Torres in the 106th minute of the match. Tempers flared after the final whistle, leading to a confrontation between players from both sides. Argentina's Enzo Fernandez was sent off…

The Independent UK

Argentina’s World Cup final performance was a disgrace to Lionel Messi’s legacy

WORLD CUP FINAL : Spain 1-0 Argentina (after extra time): A team with the greatest footballer ever should not be this dull, this focused on delaying and disrupting, writes Richard Jolly from the New York Stadium

The Independent UK

Spain secure World Cup glory to banish miserable Argentina and their anti-football

Spain 1-0 Argentina (after extra time): Ferran Torres finally buried the 10 men of Argentina in extra-time after a turgid display from Lionel Messi and his teammates in New York

Evening Standard

In pictures: Lionel Messi in tears after Argentina beaten by Spain in World Cup final

Greatest of all time could not hide his emotions in defeat

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HENRY WINTER: Spain's World Cup triumph is a victory for football. Argentina came to fight but were slain by Luis de la Fuente's matadors

NEW JERSEY: In Frank Sinatra’s back-yard, Spain did it their way and the world rejoiced

The Guardian - UK

Patience beats overreliance on Messi: how the final was won and lost

Argentina tried to kill the spectacle and make it a physical battle but Spain refused to take the bait

Evening Standard

Wayne Rooney claims Argentina 'deserved' World Cup final defeat after 'disgusting' full-time scenes

The World Cup final ended on a sour note as fights broke out between players

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