FIFA has initiated formal disciplinary proceedings against Argentina stemming from incidents during this year’s World Cup tournament. The cases center on conduct involving both players and supporters across two matches.
During Argentina’s semi-final matchup against England, players displayed a banner proclaiming that the Falkland Islands belong to Argentina. According to FIFA regulations, using sporting events for non-sporting demonstrations constitutes a violation. The banner, which was brought to the stadium by supporters, was held up by players in front of their fans and placed on the pitch before being collected and removed. The governing body is investigating this display alongside allegations of discriminatory chants and gestures, team misconduct, security protocol failures, and other inappropriate messaging from both players and fans.
Separate proceedings have been opened against individual players for incidents following Argentina’s 1-0 loss in the World Cup final against Spain. Defender Leonardo Paredes faces proceedings for assault after grabbing and pushing Spanish players at the conclusion of the match. Midfielder Nahuel Molina, who struck Spain midfielder Rodri, along with midfielder Thiago Almada and Argentina coach Roberto Ayala, have all had disciplinary cases opened against them for their conduct during the match. Spain midfielder Gavi has also had separate proceedings initiated against him for alleged unsporting behavior.
The disciplinary cases address a range of alleged violations, including late arrivals for matches, failure to comply with security protocols, and the throwing of objects. FIFA’s investigation encompasses both the actions of players on the field and the conduct of supporters in the stadium during these World Cup matches.
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