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Enzo Fernández sent off as Argentina play entire extra time with 10 men against Spain
Argentina's hopes in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final suffered a major setback.
Argentina's hopes in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final suffered a major setback.
After a tightly contested match with few clear chances, Enzo Fernández was shown a second yellow card following a heavy challenge on Pau Cubarsí, leaving Lionel Scaloni's side with 10 players.
Enzo Fernández shown a second yellow card
The Argentina midfielder was sent off, forcing the defending champions to play the entire 30 minutes of extra time with one player fewer.
The dismissal added another obstacle for Argentina as they battled Spain for the World Cup title.
Lisandro Martínez forced off injured
Argentina had already suffered a significant blow before the red card.
Defender Lisandro Martínez was forced off in the 44th minute after picking up an injury during the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Martínez had been one of Lionel Scaloni's key defensive players throughout the tournament.
He was replaced by veteran center-back Nicolás Otamendi, who took over in Argentina's defense for the remainder of the match.
