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FIFA sanctions Argentina and several players for World Cup final scuffle
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· August 22, 2026
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Key points One of these players, midfielder Leandro Paredes, received a 10-match suspension. FIFA has taken action against Argentina and several of its players following a scuffle during the World Cup final.
FIFA has taken action against Argentina and several of its players following a scuffle during the World Cup final. The incident occurred after Argentina lost the final to Spain, and it involved Argentina players striking their opponents. As a result, three Argentina players have been banned by FIFA.
One of these players, midfielder Leandro Paredes, received a 10-match suspension. Further details about the incident and the sanctions are available from the source. The actions taken by FIFA are a response to the behavior of the Argentina players during the World Cup final.
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Category: News Published: August 22, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) Reading time: 1 min
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