FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina players after World Cup final brawl

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against players and staff of the Argentina national team following a brawl at the end of the World Cup final, which they lost 1-0 to Spain. Leandro Paredes is charged with three counts of assault, Nahuel Molina with two, and assistant coach Roberto Ayala with one. Additionally, the Argentine Football Association is being investigated for regulatory violations.

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against players and staff of the Argentina national team following a brawl that occurred at the end of the World Cup final, in which Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain. This was reported last night (Thursday) by Reuters. FIFA's disciplinary committee charged midfielder Leandro Paredes with three counts of assault, defender Nahuel Molina with two counts of assault (one against Rodri), and assistant coach Roberto Ayala with one count of assault. Additionally, Molina, Thiago Almada, and Spain midfielder Gavi face lesser charges of unsportsmanlike conduct. Meanwhile, FIFA is investigating the Argentine Football Association for regulatory violations, including displaying a political banner ("The Malvinas are Argentine") after the semi-final win against England, racist chants and discriminatory behavior by fans, delays in starting matches, and throwing objects onto the pitch. FIFA grants the accused the right to a hearing, after which the committee is expected to decide on suspensions for several matches in upcoming tournaments.