FIFA says it has commenced disciplinary procedures against Argentina and the Netherlands after a series of ugly incidents that marred their World Cup quarterfinal.
Daily Trust reports that unprecedented 18 yellow cards were shown as Argentina defeated the Dutch 4-3 on penalties on Friday after a 2-2 draw at Lusail Stadium.
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The game featured multiple mass confrontations and heated exchanges as the Dutch came back from two goals down to force extra time.
The charges against the Argentina football federation relate to player and staff misconduct and “order and security at matches”, FIFA said in a statement.
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