Post‑final chaos: Leandro Paredes receives second red for Argentina

Today, after the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, a second Argentine player was dismissed as Leandro Paredes received a direct red card following the final whistle, adding to the post‑match turmoil that unfolded once the Spanish side celebrated their world title.

Most attention during the game focused on the red card Argentina received, but a second dismissal after the final slipped under the radar for many viewers.

Directly after the final whistle tension rose between players of both nations. While the Spanish internationals celebrated the world title, a scuffle erupted with several Argentinians confronting their opponents.

One Argentine midfielder lost his self‑control: Leandro Paredes. He first grabbed Eric García by the throat, and then Gavi was struck when he intervened; the Spanish midfielder was seized by his shirt and pushed hard.

Referee Slavko Vinčić did not hesitate and issued a direct red card after the match. The player had already been shown a yellow card during the game but left the dressing room with a red.

The disturbances did not stop there. Other Argentinians misbehaved in the hectic closing stage, with Nahuel Molina delivering a punch to Rodri’s abdomen and assistant coach Roberto Ayala becoming involved in an incident with Dani Olmo, according to several reports.

These incidents formed a sour ending to a final that remained exciting sportingly, but the match will be remembered mainly for Spain’s world title and the chaotic scenes after the final whistle. The post‑match unrest contrasted with the on‑field excitement of the World Cup final.