Leandro Paredes’ anger stole the spotlight after Argentina’s defeat to Spain. And social media did not hold back: they labeled him a “dirty player”, saying that he “lost control in a violent manner”.
A review of his match fuels the controversy. Booked in the 51st minute after a clash between the two national teams. Another hard foul on Ferran Torres in the 90+6th minute, already on a yellow card, which the referee forgave. And, as soon as the final whistle blew, an altercation with Spanish players that forced Scaloni and his own teammates to separate him. Referee Vinčić ended up showing him the red card after the match.
For many, frustration got the better of him. For others, he crossed every line in a world final.