Leandro Paredes sent off after final whistle as Argentina’s World Cup ends with punches and in disgrace
Argentina's World Cup campaign concluded in controversy following a 1-0 loss to Spain in the final. The match ended in violent altercations, with multiple players and staff members involved in physical confrontations on the pitch.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the intense pressure and potential for disciplinary issues in high-stakes international sporting events.
Argentina 's World Cup ended with punches thrown and the former champions left in disgrace following a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the final.
There were chaotic scenes after the full-time whistle in New Jersey as the Spain substitutes ran onto the pitch to celebrate victory.
Nahuel Molina , the Argentina defender, appeared to swing a punch into the stomach of Spain captain Rodri as he ran past him onto the field.
Then, there was a violent clash involving midfielder Leandro Paredes , who was pictured shoving Spain's Eric Garcia by the throat.
Leandro Paredes wrestles Spain's Gavi to the ground after full-time (Reuters) Paredes wrestled Spain's Gavi to the ground and pushed into his face while holding him by his substitute bib.
Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal and Rodri sprinted past Molina after the final whistle was blown and La Roja were crowned champions.
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