Messi retirement and FIFA ban leave Paredes uncertain of Argentina future

Leandro ‌Paredes’s 10-match ban, alongside Lionel Messi’s Argentina retirement, leave former to ponder future.Published On 2 Sep 20262 Sep 2026Argentina midfielder Leandro ‌Paredes said it will be difficult to continue playing international football after receiving a 10-match suspension for his role in a brawl following the World Cup final ⁠defeat by Spain.The 32-year-old also said Lionel Messi’s decision to retire from Argentina duty was another reason he would have to weigh up ⁠his future with the national team.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Fernandez transfers to Man City from Chelsea in joint British record feelist 2 of 4Pitso Mosimane appointed by South Africa ahead of AFCON qualifierslist 3 of 4Barcelona sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for a reported $11.6mlist 4 of 4FIFA president Infantino ‘must go’, says former UEFA boss Platiniend of listParedes received the suspension in August, weeks after an altercation erupted at the final whistle when he shoved Spain midfielder Gavi to the ground as the ‌champions’ substitutes rushed onto the pitch to celebrate.Paredes faced three assault charges, while teammate Nahuel Molina faced two. Both players were also fined $90...