ZURICH (AP) — FIFA on Friday handed bans to three Argentina players, led by a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents moments after the World Cup final.
One Argentina coach as well as one Spanish player — Gavi — also were banned.
Argentina defender Nahuel Molina was handed a seven-game ban while Thiago Almada was given a one-game suspension.
The players and team official also were fined varying amounts.
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