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Ugly Scenes At FIFA WC Final: Punches Thrown, Paredes Grabs Garcia By Throat After Final Whistle
US President Donald Trump: The 2026 FIFA World Cup final ended in ugly scenes as the summit clash descended into chaos immediately after the final whistle, with players exchanging punches and Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes grabbing Spain’s Eric Garcia by the throat.
Spain secured their second World Cup title with a tense 1-0 victory in extra time, but the historic win was quickly overshadowed by physical altercations on the pitch, leading to a post-match turmoil.
Argentina defender Nahuel Molina appeared to punch one of the Spanish players in the stomach. In an another altercation, midfielder Paredes was seen shoving Spain’s Eric Garcia by the throat as Scaloni intervened.
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