Tempers flared violently after Spain claimed their second world title through a dramatic extra-time winner from Ferran Torres. Argentina lost their composure completely at the final whistle, leading to unprecedented post-match chaos.
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Subscribe Sekarang →Argentina right-back Nahuel Molina lashed out violently as Spain celebrated, while midfielder Leandro Paredes grabbed Eric Garcia by the throat and threw Gavi to the turf. However, the most striking moment of aggression came from former Valencia defender and current Argentina assistant manager Roberto Ayala.
Cameras captured Ayala getting physically aggressive with Barcelona star Dani Olmo during the pitch melee. FIFA has officially launched a disciplinary investigation into the conduct of the Argentine squad and staff following the ugly scenes.
Ayala broke his silence days later to express regret over his actions. "Obviously I am sorry," Ayala told Esports Migdia. "Because of my position, I cannot allow a feeling to change my mood and my actions. It was more of a push than anything else, it was not a punch like they are saying."
The Argentine assistant claimed his original intention was simply to separate the clashing players and congratulate Spain. According to Ayala, he reacted directly to a provocative comment made by Olmo during the heated moment.
FIFA's disciplinary committee has appointed an ethics prosecutor to evaluate potential breaches of Article 13 and Article 14 regarding violent conduct. Anyone found guilty of violent behavior faces a minimum three-match suspension under governing body regulations.