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FIFA suspends 3 Argentina players and issues fines for World Cup final scuffle
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· August 21, 2026
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Key points The lengths of these bans vary, with one player facing a 10-match suspension, another a seven-game ban, and the third a one-game suspension. Fines were also imposed, totaling $90,000 for one player, $90,000 for another, and $30,000 for the third.
A recent decision by FIFA resulted in suspensions for three players from Argentina. The lengths of these bans vary, with one player facing a 10-match suspension, another a seven-game ban, and the third a one-game suspension. Fines were also imposed, totaling $90,000 for one player, $90,000 for another, and $30,000 for the third.
The player with the 10-match suspension will effectively be unable to participate with their team for a significant period. This suspension is considered one of the most severe in recent history.
Further details about the incident and the suspensions are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 21, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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