Argentina star behind throat-grab incident on Spain defender hints at retirement
Leandro Paredes hinted at retiring from international football following Argentina's loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. His remarks come amid a FIFA investigation into his involvement in a post-match altercation, which included a throat grab on a Spanish defender. Several senior players, including Lionel Messi, are also contemplating their futures with the national team after the defeat.