The FIFA Disciplinary Committee sanctioned several Argentine players and the AFA for incidents during the 2026 World Cup. Leandro Paredes was suspended for 10 matches and fined 90,000 dollars, while Nahuel Molina received a 7-match suspension and 90,000-dollar fine. Thiago Almada was fined 30,000 dollars for 1 match suspension. The AFA was fined 321,000 dollars and must play two home matches with 50% capacity. The Malvinas flag sanction was applied for violating FIFA Article 13. Roberto Ayala was penalized for his conflict with Dani Olmo, and Spanish player Pablo Martín Páez Gavira received a 1-match suspension and 30,000-dollar fine. Incidents in the final included pushes, verbal clashes, and scuffles between players, with Paredes involved in a conflict with Eric García and Gavi. Molina also clashed with Rodri, while Ayala hit Olmo. FIFA analyzed the violations and announced the sanctions this Friday.
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FIFA fines Argentine players for incidents at 2026 World Cup
The FIFA imposed fines on Argentine players Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, and Thiago Almada for incidents at the 2026 World Cup, including 10-game suspensions and fines up to $90,000. The AFA was also fined for the Malvinas flag.
