Brawl After World Cup Final!Argentinian Star Attacks Spaniard
These final images leave a bitter taste.
Following Argentina’s painful 0:1 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, emotions within the Argentinian national team surged. What was supposed to be a grand moment of celebration for Spain turned chaotic as players clashed on the field. At the center of this uproar was Leandro Paredes, who completely lost his composure after the final whistle. The disturbing images have sparked widespread discussion.
Tension Instead of Congratulations
As soon as the final whistle blew, the atmosphere on the pitch drastically shifted. Players from both teams initially exchanged heated words, which quickly escalated into shoving and pushing. The situation threatened to spiral completely out of control.
Leandro Paredes found himself at the heart of the escalation. The Argentinian midfielder first confronted Eric García and then clashed with Gavi, leading to a physical altercation.
Soccer Football – FIFA World Cup 2026 – Final – Spain v Argentina – New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, U.S. – July 19, 2026 Argentina’s Leandro Paredes clashes with Spain’s Gavi amid chaos.
REUTERSParedes grabbed Gavi’s jersey, struck him in the face, and shoved him to the ground. He had already been at risk of dismissal during the match with a yellow card hanging over him.
Suddenly, players, coaches, and staff rushed in from all angles to separate the combatants, transforming the pitch into a scene of utter chaos.
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“Paredes Is a Bit Out of Control,” Says Former Player
The frustration had been building for the Argentinians throughout the match. Just before normal time expired, Enzo Fernández received a second yellow card for a reckless foul, leaving Argentina down a man and forcing them into extra time. Spain capitalized on this opportunity, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal, clinching their second World Cup title.
Red card for Paredes!
REUTERSAs a result of his outburst, Paredes also received a red card. The referee sent him off after the match, and FIFA now has the opportunity to review the case for possible further disciplinary actions, such as a suspension.
Former national team player Tabea Kemme commented during a broadcast, saying that Paredes was “a bit out of control” in that situation. Thomas Müller added that he had always focused on debating in similar situations, as his strengths did not lie in physical confrontations.
Sources used: dpa
