FIFA hits Argentina with World Cup charges for scuffle and ‘Malvinas’ banner

FIFA hits Argentina with World Cup charges for scuffle and ‘Malvinas’ banner  Toronto Star

2 min readUpdated: Jul 30, 2026 12:08 AM IST Spain's Gavi, left, falls as he scuffles with Argentina's Leandro Paredes (5) and Thiago Almada during the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) FIFA on Wednesday lodge

FIFA lodged disciplinary charges against two Argentina players Wednesday for striking Spain opponents moments after the World Cup final and charged Argentina’s soccer federation for players showing a political banner about the Falkland Islands after beating England in the semifinals.

Disciplinary proceedings were also opened against several players after the final in New Jersey where Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra-time.

Argentina crowned their victory over England in the World Cup semi-final by waving a banner proclaiming the Falklands banner belongs to them

FIFA initiated disciplinary proceedings against Argentina players and officials. Charges include assault allegations and unsporting behaviour after the World Cup final. The Argentine Football Association faces accusations for fan conduct and political demonstrations. Players and staff may receive match suspensions a

A list of disciplinary cases opened by FIFA against Argentina also includes "discriminatory chants and gestures" by fans.

Harsh FIFA disciplinary proceedings following the incidents that occurred during the World Cup final  MARCA

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over players holding up Falklands banner  GB News

Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over their behaviour after their World Cup final loss to Spain and throughout the tournament.

FIFA have made a major announcement with Argentina now facing disciplinary action

Argentina players held a banner referencing the Falklands after their semi-final win over England

Players brandished banner after semi-final against England Paredes and Molina investigated over brawl after final defeat Fifa has begun disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over the Falkland Islands banner displayed following their World Cup semi-final win over England. A number of players unveiled a hand-writt

FIFA opens assault case against Argentina trio over World Cup final  ESPN

Argentina charged over Falklands banner as three face action for ‘assault’  The Times

A number of players unveiled a hand-written sign proclaiming Argentinian ownership of the British overseas territory.

Leandro Paredes is being investigated for three counts of assault, while the AFA faces charges of racism and non-sporting demonstrations.

July 29 : FIFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina's football association (AFA) and its players for several alleged breaches at the World Cup, including the holding up of a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.Following Argentina's semi-final victory over England in Atlanta, some pl

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over potential breaches of multiple laws during the World Cup.

FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against the Argentinian Football Association over the unveiling of a Falklands banner after their match against England and other incidents.

A letter from FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulating Argentina has emerged as they face punishment over the scenes that immediately followed the World Cup final

A leaked letter from FIFA president Gianni Infantino congratulating Argentina on their World Cup campaign has sparked controversy after the team's involvement in violent scenes following the 2026 final defeat to Spain.