Paredes Appeals 10-Match Ban, Questions Gavi's One-Match Punishment

Argentina's Leandro Paredes is fighting his 10-match ban, arguing Gavi's one-match suspension for the same brawl is unfair.

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What happened. Leandro Paredes is appealing his 10-match ban for his role in the brawl after the 2026 World Cup final, arguing that Gavi, who he says punched him, received only a one-match ban.

• Paredes claims Gavi punched him in the chest during the melee.
• FIFA sanctioned four Argentina players, including Paredes.
• Gavi said the scenes did not project a good image of the sport.

“I plan to appeal in the hope that the sanction can be reduced.”

— Leandro Paredes

The appeal's outcome is unresolved; Paredes seeks a reduced ban.

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