Zurich, Aug. 21 -- FIFA Bans Argentina Players Over World Cup Final Brawl. FIFA has concluded its investigation into the ugly post-match brawl that marred the 2026 World Cup final, handing down a series of heavy suspensions and fines to players from both Argentina and Spain. The FIFA Disciplinary Committee announced its findings on Friday, August 21, nearly a month after Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19.

The scuffle broke out moments after the final whistle, triggered when Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes struck Spain defender Eric Garcia in the throat with an open hand, knocking him to the ground. Paredes then shoved Spain's Gavi to the turf as players and coachi...