FIFA opened a disciplinary process to analyze the conduct of members of the Argentine national team after the 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, played on Sunday (19). The information was released by Sky Sports.
FIFA investigates Argentina for confusion in the World Cup final
FIFA opened a disciplinary process to analyze the conduct of members of the Argentine national team after the 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, played on Sunday (19). The information was released by Sky...
The investigation will be based on images of the match and documents produced by the referee team. Only after this assessment will the entity decide whether the episodes justify the application of punishments.
One of the cases involves Nahuel Molina. The Argentine defender is accused of hitting Rodri with a punch during the confusion that occurred while the Spanish were celebrating the title.
FIFA is also investigating Roberto Ayala's participation in the riot. Argentina's assistant coach reportedly pushed Dani Olmo during disagreements after the final whistle.
The attitude of the Argentine delegation when presenting the trophy is part of the analysis. Some of the players remained turned away when the Spanish team lifted the cup, behavior that provoked criticism after the decision.
So far, FIFA has not announced what sanctions may be adopted nor has it set a date to end the procedure. The decision should be announced after the disciplinary analysis is completed.
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Source: Noticias ao Minuto - Ultima Hora
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