Match ReportMirror FootballUnverified source· 24 Jul 2026
Spain beat Argentina in chaotic World Cup final
FIFA investigates ugly scenes after Spain's 1-0 win over Argentina.
Spain1 – 0
AET · World Cup
ArgentinaCompetition
World Cup final
Score
Spain 1-0 Argentina
Scorer
Ferran Torres
Venue
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
What happened. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the World Cup final, but post-match chaos led to a FIFA investigation.
- Leandro Paredes sent off for kicking and grabbing Eric Garcia.
- Red card later removed; no disciplinary action from FIFA.
- Nahuel Molina and Roberto Ayala involved in altercations.
“Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has slammed the behaviour of Argentina’s players.”
— Luis de la Fuente
FIFA investigation ongoing; Spain celebrate World Cup triumph.
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