FIFA opens proceedings after World Cup final brawl — Paredes, Molina and Gavi charged

FIFA has opened an official investigation into a brawl that occurred after the 2026 World Cup final. Argentina's Leandro Paredes and Nahuel Molina, along with Argentine football legend Roberto Ayala, and Spain's Gavi have all been charged. The Argentine players face potentially severe disciplinary sanctions from the world governing body.