@m88news: The fight that broke out following the Spain versus Argentina World Cup final was a chaotic, multi-player altercation that occurred immediately after the final whistle. The incident primarily centered on the frustrations of the Argentina squad following their 1-0 extra-time defeat. The trouble began while Spain players and staff were starting their pitch celebrations. Nahuel Molina appeared to make contact with Spain captain Rodri, which drew immediate reactions from the Spanish side. Leandro Paredes quickly became the central figure in the dispute. He was seen grabbing Eric Garcia by the throat and pushing him. During the ensuing scuffle, Paredes also confronted Gavi, allegedly shoving the midfielder to the ground and making contact with his face. The referee, who witnessed the scenes as they unfolded on the field, issued a direct red card to Leandro Paredes even though the match time had already expired. This followed an already tense game that had seen Argentina's Enzo Fernandez dismissed earlier in the match for a second yellow card offense. The aftermath saw significant criticism regarding the conduct of the Argentina players, as the scenes marred the conclusion of the tournament. While Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni attempted to intervene, the team's inability to control their emotions after the defeat led to the confrontation that resulted in the post-match red card.

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