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FIFA Hands Heavy Suspensions to Argentina Stars Following World Cup Final Brawl
FIFA has handed five-match international bans to Emiliano Martinez and Enzo Fernandez for violent conduct in the World Cup final, and fined the AFA 500,000 CHF.
Published 21 Aug 2026Updated 16 Oct 20261 min read
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FIFA Hands Heavy Suspensions to Argentina Stars Following World Cup Final Brawl
FIFA has officially handed multi-match suspensions to several key Argentina players following a physical altercation during the 2026 World Cup Final.
Emiliano Martinez and Enzo Fernandez have both received 5-match international bans for violent conduct. In addition to player suspensions, the Argentine Football Association (AFA) has been fined 500,000 CHF for failing to control their players and staff.
The disciplinary committee has taken a firm stance against violence on the pitch. Such behavior is completely unacceptable at the global showcase of our sport and undermines the spirit of fair play.— FIFA Disciplinary Committee Spokesperson