Paredes Creates Ugly Scene After Match

Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes couldn't contain his emotions after the World Cup final, clashing with Gavi. Immediately following the final whistle, the two players were involved in an altercation.

Paredes struck the Spaniard, sending him to the ground. For this action, he was shown a red card. Tensions were quickly defused, preventing a more serious melee between the players.