FIFA eases Molina's punishment but maintains Paredes'.
FIFA has reduced Nahuel Molina's suspension from seven to four matches, while Leandro Paredes remains suspended for ten matches due to incidents during the 2026 World Cup final. The Argentine Football Association (AFA) announced this decision following FIFA's Appeals Committee ruling. Molina's fine was also lowered to $60,000, while Paredes' fine remains at $90,000. The AFA was fined $321,000 for improper conduct and discriminatory behavior from fans. The federation plans to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) to defend the rights of the players and contest the fines.
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