Paris, France, Aug 21, 2026 (AFP) - Argentina's Paredes suspended for 10 games for World Cup fight

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2026-08-21

Midfielder Leandro Paredes and several Argentina players have received bans and fines for their part in clashes with Spain players at the World Cup final, FIFA said on Friday. Argentina have also been ordered to play their next two home matches behind closed doors, though one match of that sanction is suspended. Boca Juniors player Paredes will be banned for 10 international games and was fined $90,000. He grabbed Eric Garcia by the throat and wr......

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