FIFA cancels Leandro Paredes' red card

Although media outlets reported that Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes was shown a red card following a clash between players of both teams after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, FIFA later canceled it. FIFA stated that it was not the referee's decision; the red card had been mistakenly added to their information system and was subsequently corrected.

Tensions flared between Argentina and Spain players after the final whistle blew. Television footage showed Paredes grabbing Spanish defender Eric García by the throat and at one point throwing him to the ground. This drew several players, substitutes, and coaching staff from both teams into the altercation. Match officials and teammates later brought the situation under control.

According to a BBC report, the information regarding Paredes receiving a red card was erroneously entered into FIFA's live information system. FIFA later confirmed that no disciplinary card was issued to him for the incident and that the incorrect information was swiftly removed.

However, during the match, Argentine forward Enzo Fernández left the field after receiving a second yellow card, forcing Argentina to play with 10 men in extra time. Meanwhile, FIFA announced that it has initiated an official investigation into the involvement of several Argentine players and coaching staff in the post-match clash. Decisions regarding whether necessary disciplinary action will be taken will be announced following a review of the referee's report and video footage.