India, July 29 -- Ten days after the ugly scenes that marred the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New York, FIFA has cracked down on Argentina, charging two players over the post-match violence and opening disciplinary proceedings against the country's football federation over a politically charged Falkland Islands banner displayed after the semifinal win against England.

The governing body on Tuesday announced a string of disciplinary cases involving Argentina, including allegations of discriminatory chants and gestures by supporters, an alleged assault by assistant coach Roberto Ayala on Spain midfielder Dani Olmo, and incidents of spectators throwing objects during multiple World Cup matches.

Argentina midfielder Leandro Pared...