Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernández faced ejection in the last moments of the World Cup final on Sunday. His challenge against Spain’s Pau Cubarsí resulted in a red card during the 93rd minute of play. The dramatic scene unfolded when referee Slavko Vincic made the decision to penalize Fernández, sending him off the field.

This incident took place during the climactic match against Spain, held in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The referee’s choice to issue a red card reignited discussions about the tournament, which had already been marked by numerous officiating controversies.

The 2026 World Cup will be remembered for its contentious decisions on the field. The final, with Fernández’s ejection, provided a fitting conclusion to the event, as fans and analysts continue to debate the referee’s role in this intense competition.