FIFA charges Argentina after World Cup final brawl with Spain
Summary
FIFA has charged two Argentina players and one assistant coach for physical assaults after the World Cup final against Spain. FIFA also charged Argentina’s team for displaying a political banner about the Falkland Islands in the semifinals and opened cases related to fan behavior during the tournament.Key Facts
- Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes faces three charges of assault after the World Cup final.
- Defender Nahuel Molina faces two assault charges and one unsporting behavior charge.
- Assistant coach Roberto Ayala is charged with assault.
- Spain player Gavi is charged with unsporting behavior.
- Argentina players showed a banner saying “Las Malvinas son Argentinas” after defeating England in the semifinals.
- The banner refers to the Falkland Islands, a territory contested by Argentina and the UK.
- FIFA said using sports events for political demonstrations is not allowed.
- FIFA will decide on the charges after hearing from those involved.
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