FIFA has launched formal disciplinary proceedings against Argentina following incidents after their World Cup final defeat to Spain and across the wider tournament.

The decision comes after world football's governing body appointed a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to review the altercations involving several Argentine players and backroom staff following their 1-0 loss at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Based on the prosecutor's findings, FIFA is investigating Argentine players Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes, along with assistant coach Roberto Ayala, for alleged assault under article 14 of the disciplinary code. Molina, teammate Thiago Almada, and Spanish midfielder Gavi are also facing potential action for alleged unsporting behavior. Under FIFA regulations, unsportsmanlike conduct carries a minimum one-match suspension, while assault charges incur a minimum three-match ban.

Additionally, the Argentine Football Association faces charges for infractions spanning multiple matches throughout the tournament. These include allegations of discrimination, team misconduct, security breaches, and using a sporting event for non-sporting demonstrations.

The security and conduct charges cover incidents involving late kick-offs, spectator object-throwing, discriminatory chants, and the display of political messages. During the tournament, Argentina's players celebrated their semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner supporting their country's territorial claim over the Falkland Islands, which read "Las Malvinas son Argentinas."