Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleFIFA has launched an investigation into the "ugly scenes" that marred Spain's World Cup final victory over Argentina, following clashes between players on the pitch. Incidents included Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes shoving Spain's Eric Garcia and Gavi, and Argentina defender Nahuel Molina appearing to strike Spain captain Rodri. Footage also showed Argentina assistant coach Daniel Ayala seemingly striking Spain midfielder Dani Olmo during the post-match altercations. FIFA's disciplinary committee has appointed a Disciplinary and Ethics Prosecutor to investigate potential breaches, but no specific players were named, and no timetable was provided for the inquiry. Further tension arose when Argentina's squad turned their backs to the podium as Spain lifted the trophy, an act of disrespect criticized by pundits like Gary Neville and Alan Shearer. In fullFifa to investigate Argentina’s clashes with Spain players after World Cup finalMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

After the whistle, Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes was sent off for putting his hand on Eric Garcia and pushing Gavi to the ground. Argentina's Thiago Almada was also…

NEW YORK, July 19 : A brief brawl erupted at the final whistle of the World Cup final when Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes shoved Spain's Gavi to the ground as the European…

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