Gavi: Paredes should avoid ban after brawl
Spain midfielder Gavi defended Argentina's Leandro Paredes, saying Paredes should not be suspended for his role in a post-match brawl after the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
The brawl occurred after Spain's 1-0 victory, with Paredes pushing Spain's Eric Garcia by the throat and later shoving Gavi to the ground.
FIFA has appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to investigate the incident, which could lead to bans or fines for players, coaches, or the Argentine Football Association.
Gavi stated that the most logical outcome would have been a red card during the match and that the aggression is part of football's physical side.
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