What happened. Enzo Fernandez released a statement on Instagram insisting Argentina represented the nation 'in the best possible way' during the World Cup, despite his red card in the final and post-match violence.

Fernandez goaded England with a celebration after scoring in the semi-final.
He was sent off in the final for a dangerous tackle on Pau Cubarsi.
Several Argentina players attacked Spanish stars after full-time whistle.

“As time passes, you realise there is something much bigger than a result.”
— Enzo Fernandez

FIFA is investigating the post-match melees involving Argentina players.

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