FIFA Rejects Leandro Paredes' Appeal But Reduces Ban for Another Argentine Ahead of CAS Battle

FIFA partially reduced disciplinary punishment after incidents following Argentina’s 1-0 loss to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final on July 19. On November 6, FIFA’s Appeals Committee accepted part of an appeal filed by the Argentine Football Association (AFA). Nahuel Molina’s suspension dropped from seven matches to four, and his fine fell from $90,000 to $60,000. Leandro Paredes received no relief: FIFA kept his 10-match ban and $90,000 fine. FIFA also ordered Argentina to play two home matches with attendance limited to 50%, with part of the sanctions suspended on probation. The AFA said it will take the dispute to CAS.