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Three Argentina players banned over World Cup final brawl

Three Argentina players have been banned for their part in a brawl at the end of last month's World Cup final against Spain, while the South American nation have been fined for displaying a Falkland Islands banner after the semi-final win over England.

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Three Argentina players have been banned for their part in a brawl at the end of last month's World Cup final against Spain, while the South American nation have been fined for displaying a Falkland Islands banner after the semi-final win over England.
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    Three Argentina players banned over World Cup final brawl

    Three Argentina players have been banned for their part in a brawl at the end of last month's World Cup final against Spain, while the South American nation have been fined for displaying a Falkland Islands banner after the semi-final win over England.

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