Spain edged Argentina 1-0 in a tense World Cup final, a result that left the stadium buzzing with anticipation and rivalry.
FIFA Opens Investigation
Following the match, world governing body FIFA announced that it would open a formal investigation into Argentina's post‑match conduct, citing the aggressive behaviour of several players and staff.
The confrontation began when Argentina's midfielder Leandro Paredes seized Spain's defender Eric García by the throat, pulling him to the ground before turning his attention to midfielder Gavi.
The melee spread to other corners of the pitch, with Argentina's full‑back Nahuel Molina confronting Spain's captain Rodri, while assistant coach Robert Ayala got into an altercation with Dani Olmo, and Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card that led to his dismissal.
Gavi, who was at the centre of the incident, later told reporters that he did not think any Argentine player or coach should be suspended, arguing that such clashes are an inevitable part of football.
He added that while the episode does not set a good example, any lingering bad blood should be left in the past, though FIFA will ultimately decide whether Paredes or any other Argentina figure deserves punishment.