AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWorld Cup fallout in Buenos Aires: Thousands of fans welcomed Argentina’s squad home Monday after the 1-0 extra-time loss to Spain, but Lionel Messi was notably absent from the team’s return, with the AFA saying some players wouldn’t fly back together. Messi’s message: Messi posted that “the pain is immense” and that healing will take time, while also praising the squad for reaching consecutive finals. FIFA probe: FIFA opened a disciplinary investigation into the post-match brawl after Spain’s celebrations, appointing a disciplinary and ethics prosecutor to review potential breaches; Leandro Paredes, Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada and assistant coach Roberto Ayala were among those seen in clashes. Enzo Fernandez defends: Enzo Fernandez insisted the team represented Argentina “in the best possible way,” despite his red card in the final. Emiliano Martinez hints at future: Goalkeeper Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez said it may be “time to step aside” from the national team.
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