- 4d ago
FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over Falklands banner, post-final brawl and fan misconduct at 2026 World Cup
FIFA announced on 29 July it had opened disciplinary cases against the Argentine Football Association and multiple players, citing a Falklands sovereignty banner shown after the semi-final and a violent confrontation following Spain's 1-0 extra-time final win.
- 5d ago
IFAB: VAR wrong to send off Switzerland's Embolo in World Cup quarter-final against Argentina
The IFAB circular states the mistaken identity rule cannot be used to change the nature of an offence, meaning Breel Embolo's second yellow for simulation against Argentina on July 12 should not have been applied, ruling Switzerland's elimination in extra time was shaped by an officiating mistake.
- 5d ago
World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic retires at 46, a week after Spain's extra-time win over Argentina
The Slovenian official steps away days after Spain's extra-time victory over Argentina, a match that drew criticism for his handling of physical play and sparked a post-match melee now under FIFA investigation.
- Jul 25
Spain coach De la Fuente slams 'intolerable' Argentina conduct as FIFA launches brawl investigation
Spain's Luis de la Fuente branded Argentina's post‑match behaviour 'intolerable and unacceptable' after a mass brawl erupted at the World Cup final, prompting a FIFA disciplinary investigation.
- Jul 21
Argentina's World Cup runners-up return home without Messi to a grateful welcome in Buenos Aires
The Argentine national team landed at Ezeiza airport on Monday evening without captain Lionel Messi, who flew directly to Miami, as thousands of supporters braved cold and rain to thank the squad for reaching the 2026 World Cup final.
- Jul 21
Breel Embolo ends his silence ten days after the World Cup quarterfinal red card that sank Switzerland against Argentina
The Swiss striker posted an emotional message on Instagram late on 20 July, admitting he still has 'no words' for the disappointment of his 72nd-minute sending-off.
