Enzo Fernandez has praised Argentina for playing with "pride" and "humility" at the 2026 World Cup after it was confirmed FIFA will investigate the team's behaviour after the final.
The defending champions were beaten 1-0 by Spain on Sunday, with Ferran Torres' strike in the 106th minute securing a second World Cup title.
Fernandez was sent off in the game after receiving a second yellow card for a foul on Pau Cubarsi.
In a message on Instagram on Tuesday evening, the Chelsea midfielder said: "As time goes by, you realise there is something much bigger than just a result.
"For years, this group has represented us in the best possible way. It teaches that competing isn't just about winning; it's about giving your all for the jersey and never giving up.
"It has been a privilege to be part of a group that always stepped up, competed at the highest level, and defended these colours with pride, humility, and commitment."
The FIFA investigation was announced after a series of incidents following the final whistle in New York/New Jersey.
Leandro Paredes was shown a red card for violent conduct after he grabbed and pushed Spain players, including Eric Garcia and Gavi.
Nahuel Molina attempted to knock over Rodri as the Manchester City midfielder celebrated winning the World Cup, while Argentina coach Roberto Ayala also attempted to punch Dani Olmo in the face.
The whole Argentina squad turned their back on the trophy celebration as Spain lifted the World Cup.
A FIFA statement said: "The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has appointed a Disciplinary and Ethics Prosecutor to investigate potential breaches of the FDC with regard to the post-match incidents. Further details will be communicated by the FIFA Disciplinary Committee once the prosecutor's report has been completed."
Martinez considering international future after World Cup defeat
Emi Martinez is considering whether it is time "to step aside" from international football, after his side's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final.
The 33-year-old has won 67 caps for his country and played every minute during the 2026 World Cup. He was also a key member of the squad in 2022 as Argentina won the World Cup and he claimed the Golden Glove award.
"I dreamt we'd win it again, I dreamt of bringing it back to Argentina and making history once more," Martinez wrote in a post on Instagram.
"The truth is, the pain is hard to explain. There are many things to reflect on and how to move forward, and if it's time to step aside.
"I'm so sorry, I truly tried my best to help my country and my team-mates."
Hoaacemrsy
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What are the words "pride and humility" in Spanish ? I guess they got lost in the translation......
miwcelpruz
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bad attitude 😒
Makacdnsty
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😂😂😂😂
coteknos
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Thugs made no shots, Spain dominates and win. Thugs assault opposing players. Thugs beat France. Thugs sing racist chants. Thugs beat England. Thugs taunt England and believe they just won the Falklands. How shameful it must feel to be an Argentinian supporting this type of players.
UniversalGod
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giving your allfor the jersey and never giving up even after the game. beat the opponent players when you lost the game. 😂😂😂
Yamadoprt
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Sore loser…Argentina
zaeablmnp
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idiotic team , they could hv easily won. they wr playing to loose
Tobbclnpry
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what a disgusting disgrace
NeroZero
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Yeah, definitely delusional.
The_Phoenix
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If that was their humility imagine when they aren’t
Shalom109
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and he didn't do none of that in the final😂😂
jahadeinoy
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okay good to
Beminru
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He’s an idiot! You can’t keep playing like a gangster
jahadeinoy
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when you Force your was to some level in life, disgrace is inevitable.
Beminru
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Argentina is a dirty football team! So is Paraguay! They are neighbors so maybe it’s in the water !! ⚽️
fahbcimnt
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is this guy serious???
Recaekorz
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Argentinian clowns
ArchangelRaphael
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If that style is defined then all the teams should be playing this kind of humility games and let's see if Argentina will stand the pressure
lumlmrstu
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Argentina is the must Racist Country in the world and must idiotic people with no humour and O'percent Humanity nothing when it comes to Humanity O' percent just bunch of idiots
awofestus
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when you force your ways to some levels in life, disgrace is Inevitable It's would have being OK for Argentina to be out before now, instead of disgracing themselves this much
Topclass23749
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He is only good at fighting,Enzo should get sold by Chelsea because he will get a red card for a fact
kg-4991
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HUMILITY 😂😂😂😂 So in Enzo's book, Humility is the definition for Deceit and Arrogance.
Fetcimpstu
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HOW CAN YIU SAY PLAYED WITH PRIDE?PLAYING 90 minutes without a single shot.
mipikmnrtz
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they sold the cup but they forgot to tell Martinez
Widbiltz
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useless player,Enzo should be sold by Chelsea.
mipikmnrtz
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pride really you guys didn't shiet like you got pay to lose the final that not pride that's shameless you should be over 90 minutes without one shot on the target really that ain't Argentina.. but you guys win anyway pay to lose is call