‘Argentina players shouldn’t be suspended’: Spain’s Gavi breaks silence on Leandro Paredes clash after World Cup final

Leandro Paredes in a heated moment with Spanish midfielder Gavi after the FIFA World Cup final Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in a thrilling 2026 FIFA World Cup final to claim their second title. The match ended on a heated note, with Argentina reduced to 10 men after Enzo Fernandez was sent off. Emotions ran high after the final whistle as Spain midfielder Gavi got into a confrontation with Leandro Paredes, while Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala was seen attacking Dani Olmo.Despite being involved in the post-match brawl, the Barcelona midfielder does not believe Argentina’s players should face sending off. Speaking to Cope, Gavi said: “No, no. To tell the truth, I don’t think they should be suspended. I understand it’s not a good image for the kids, for the kids, but I think there’s a side of football that’s a bit more aggressive.”He added that any penalties should have been dealt with during the game rather than after it. “Maybe the most logical thing for me would be to send him off during the game and that’s it. But like I said, in the end I think it’s all football and it always has to be,” he noted.Although Gavi called for further punishment, FIFA has already opened an investigation into the incidents that happened after the final whistle. Reports suggest that several Argentina players may still face disciplinary action depending on the outcome of the investigation. The governing body is expected to review the confrontation before deciding whether further sanctions are necessary.