Everything that's happened at World Cup Final Brawl

Spain midfielder Gavi defended Argentina's Leandro Paredes, saying Paredes should not be suspended for his role in a post-match brawl after the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

The brawl occurred after Spain's 1-0 victory, with Paredes pushing Spain's Eric Garcia by the throat and later shoving Gavi to the ground.

FIFA has appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to investigate the incident, which could lead to bans or fines for players, coaches, or the Argentine Football Association.

Gavi stated that the most logical outcome would have been a red card during the match and that the aggression is part of football's physical side.

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes was involved in a heated confrontation with Spanish players during a match.

The incident occurred after Paredes was penalized for elbowing Spain's Rodri in the back.

The altercation nearly led to physical blows between Paredes and Spanish players.

The row escalated tensions between the two teams during the game.

Leandro Paredes pushed Eric Garcia and Gavi to the ground after Spain's World Cup triumph.

The altercation began when Spain players crossed paths with Argentina's Nahuel Molina.

Rodri stepped in before Eric Garcia exchanged words with Molina, escalating the situation.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni intervened to pull Garcia away and calm the scene.

Paredes received a red card for his post-match scuffle after already being booked during the match.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic criticised Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes for his actions in post-match confrontations after the FIFA World Cup final.

Ibrahimovic said he would have headbutted Paredes if he had been on the pitch.

Ibrahimovic questioned why Spain's players did not respond to Paredes grabbing Gavi by the throat.

FIFA is investigating Paredes' conduct following the match.

Paredes expressed pride in representing Argentina despite the loss.