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Tuesday, 21 July 2026
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FIFA Investigates Post-Match Brawl at World Cup Final Between Spain and Argentina

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FIFA is investigating a brawl that occurred after the World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina.

According to reports, Argentina's Leandro Paredes shoved Spanish players during the brawl. Some reports also indicate that Paredes grabbed Spain's Eric García by the throat.

Spain's Lamine Yamal is reported to have prayed calmly during the brawl.

According to some reports, the World Cup final went to extra time, and Spain defeated Argentina.

Updates

FIFA has officially appointed a prosecutor to investigate both the post-match brawl and a controversial political banner displayed by Argentina players during their semifinal victory against England. Additionally, a petition calling for Argentina's expulsion from the tournament has surpassed 23 million signatures, nearing a Guinness World Record.

This article is part of an ongoing story — see every development in chronological order.

Sources

  1. channelnewsasia.com — FIFA to investigate World Cup final post-match brawl (opens in a new window)
  2. Al Jazeera — FIFA investigating on-pitch brawl after Spain vs Argentina World Cup final (opens in a new window)
  3. moxie.foxnews.com — FIFA launches investigation into brawl after Spain defeated Argentina in World Cup Final (opens in a new window)
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