Spain Coach Slams Argentina as FIFA Opens World Cup Final Probe

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has condemned Argentina’s conduct after the World Cup final, describing the post-match scenes as “intolerable and unacceptable”, after FIFA opened a disciplinary investigation into the incidents.

De la Fuente criticised several Argentina players for their behaviour following Spain’s victory, saying such actions were unacceptable “from players of that calibre”. He also praised his squad for remaining composed despite what he described as provocation and aggression during the closing stages of the match, which saw Argentina’s Enzo Fernández sent off.

“I want to highlight our behaviour. Our players kept their composure and acted like true professionals,” he said.

FIFA has since launched disciplinary proceedings over the incidents at MetLife Stadium.

Reflecting on Spain’s World Cup triumph, de la Fuente praised his players for overcoming demanding travel, humid conditions and limited recovery time. He singled out Golden Ball winner Rodri, saying doubting the midfielder was “an insult to footballing intelligence”, and hailed Lamine Yamal’s maturity throughout the tournament.

Looking ahead, the Spain coach said leading the national team at the 2030 World Cup would be “the greatest source of pride”, while stressing his immediate focus remains on Spain’s upcoming international fixtures.

via Euronews