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Paredes banned 10 games as FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players for World Cup final scuffle
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points Midfielder Leandro Paredes received a 10-match suspension for striking Spain opponents. Three Argentina players have been banned by FIFA for their actions after losing the World Cup final.
Three Argentina players have been banned by FIFA for their actions after losing the World Cup final. Midfielder Leandro Paredes received a 10-match suspension for striking Spain opponents. His actions included grabbing Eric Garcia by the throat and pushing Gavi to the ground.
The suspensions were handed down by FIFA on Friday. Paredes' ban is notable, ranking with previous FIFA sanctions.
Further details about the suspensions and the incidents that led to them are available from the source. The actions of the Argentina players were deemed serious enough to warrant significant penalties from FIFA.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports Reading time: 1 min
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