FIFA Investigation

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his involvement in the post-match altercation following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0. His comments come as FIFA continues its disciplinary investigation into the chaotic scenes that unfolded after the final whistle. Ayala Issues Public Apology Speaking to Valencia Capital Radio, Ayala acknowledged that his actions were inappropriate and accepted responsibility for the incident. "Of course I'm sorry. Given my position, I cannot allow a feeling, or whatever I might

FIFA is set to examine reports on two separate instances of alleged racism in recent international matches; the game between Republic of Ireland U21s and Kuwait U22s in Austria was abandoned; New Zealand's game against Qatar was also cancelled at half-time The Republic of Ireland U21s' match against Kuwait U22s in Austria was called off after an allegation that a Kuwaiti player racially abused one of Ireland's substitutes. The senior international between New Zealand and Qatar, also in Austria, was cut short after