Tempers flare at end of Spain-Argentina World Cup final
Spain beat Argentina after extra time thanks to a goal by substitute Ferran Torres to clinch their second World Cup.
Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Final - Spain v Argentina - New York/New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, US - 19 July 2026 Photo: Reuters
A brief brawl erupted at the final whistle of the World Cup final when Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes shoved Spain's Gavi to the ground as the European champions' substitutes rushed onto the pitch to celebrate their 1-0 win on Sunday.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni intervened to cool tempers down at the end of a fierce encounter.
Spain beat Argentina after extra time thanks to a goal by substitute Ferran Torres to clinch their second World Cup.
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