FIFA set to punish Argentina for World Cup misconduct

MESSI Lionel of team Argentina talk to referee MATEU Antonio after first half during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

QATAR 2022 FIFA set to punish Argentina for World Cup misconduct

Faruq Ibrahim 12:43 - 14.01.2023

FIFA have rolled out punishments for erring federations at the World Cup and announced an investigation into possible breaches by the world champions.

FIFA have said they have a case against Argentina for misconduct in Qatar.

The football governing body have announced potential breaches by the world champions, after punishing Serbia, Ecuador and Mexico.

Argentina's violations

According to FIFA, Argentina are being investigated for violations of Article 11 (offensive conduct and fair play, and Article 12 (misconduct by players and coaches).

Netherlands v Argentina: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup, WM, Weltmeisterschaft, Fussball Qatar 2022 Clash
Netherlands v Argentina: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup, WM, Weltmeisterschaft, Fussball Qatar 2022 Clash

Argentina and the Netherlands had a heated game in the World Cup quarter-final, and FIFA have flagged violations from the game. 

Lionel Messi the Argentine captain also complained about referee Mateo Lahoz after the game.

“I don't want to talk about referees because then they will sanction you. But we were scared before the game because we knew what was coming [Mateu Lahoz],"- Messi said after the game.

Netherlands v Argentina: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup, WM, Weltmeisterschaft, Fussball Qatar 2022 Clash between (5) PAREDES Leandro of team Argentina and (10) DEPAY
Netherlands v Argentina: Quarter Final - FIFA World Cup, WM, Weltmeisterschaft, Fussball Qatar 2022 Clash between (5) PAREDES Leandro of team Argentina and (10) DEPAY

“I can't say what I think but FIFA have to look at this, [FIFA] cannot put a referee like that on this game when he is not up to the level.”

FIFA have punished other nations 

FIFA have also announced the completion of investigations into other breaches and have punished the respective federations.

Mexico were fined €99,600 and will play a match behind closed doors.

Ecuador was fined €19,900 and ordered to close parts of their stadium for one game, according to De Telegraaf.

Serbia are to pay €49,800, and must also close parts of their stadium for one game 

Croatia are also said to be under investigation for Article 12 (discrimination) and Article 16 (security).

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