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Argentina hit by FIFA sanctions after heated World Cup final Against Spain

By Kwame Bediako FIFA has handed out heavy suspensions to two Argentina players for their part in the post-match fracas after the 2026 World Cup final, which Spain won 1-0 after extra time.

  • Argentine players Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina banned for 10 and 7 matches respectively.
  • Argentina Football Association fined $321,000 for politically charged banner.
  • FIFA imposes most severe sanctions for post-match misconduct at World Cup final.

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