FIFA has launched a formal investigation into the post-match brawl that erupted after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup Final at New York/New Jersey Stadium.
Spain secured the championship with a goal by Ferran Torres in extra time. After the final whistle, multiple altercations broke out between players and coaches.
Argentina's Leandro Paredes received a red card for appearing to grab Spain's Eric García by the throat. Head coach Lionel Scaloni was also seen being restrained during the chaos.
FIFA's Disciplinary Committee has appointed a prosecutor to investigate potential breaches of its code. Officials are also reviewing actions involving Argentina's Nahuel Molina and assistant coach Roberto Ayala.
BBC commentator Joe Hart condemned the behavior, singling out Argentina's Lionel Messi for showing class by shaking hands with all Spanish players.