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FIFA handed Leandro Paredes a 10-game ban and Nahuel Molina seven games after post-final clashes in the 2026 World Cup final; Argentina were fined and face partial stadium-capacity limits for misconduct and discrimination, with the AFA planning to appeal to CAS.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal; after the final whistle, Lamine Yamal shared an emotional hug with Lionel Messi on the pitch, symbolizing a generational bridge as Messi reflects on his legendary career and Yamal’s rise.
Argentina, the defending champions, meet Austria in World Cup Group J in Dallas as Lionel Messi chases the all-time World Cup goalscoring record after his hat-trick against Algeria, while Austria—who beat Jordan in their opener—aim to deny Messi and secure progression with a draw or better.