Ugly scenes after the World Cup final as Argentinian players and staff assault Spanish players (Video)

FIFA have reportedly opened an investigation into the behaviour of Argentina players and staff following their defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.

Defeat hurts, but nothing can excuse this.

Leandro Paredes should be banned from international football for life viciously assaulting Spanish players after the final whistle.

Indefensible thuggery and criminality. pic.twitter.com/aW5NMMIUXE

— Adam Schwarz (@AdamJSchwarz) July 19, 2026

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