Nahuel Molina's clash with Rodri after the 2026 World Cup final Argentina, riding a 5-game winning streak after beating England 2-1 on July 15, faced a tense moment after the 2026 World Cup final. Nahuel Molina, Atlético de Madrid defender, punched Rodrigo Hernández (Rodri) at the end of the match, sparking a brawl between players from both teams. ## What happened in the incident? After the final whistle, Molina punched Rodri, who was running to celebrate with his teammates. The Madrid player's reaction quickly escalated, involving other players like Leandro Paredes and Nicolás Otamendi. Though they never played together at Atlético de Madrid, their only previous clash was in the Champions League between Atlético and Manchester City. ## Why does it matter for Argentina? The incident highlighted Molina's frustration over the loss, but Argentina enters this moment in impeccable form: 5 wins in their last 5 matches (WWWWW). Discipline will be key to maintaining this momentum in the tournament's final stretch. ## What's next for Argentina? With the 2026 World Cup still ongoing, Argentina must focus on their next match. The unbeaten streak and the talent of players like Molina, despite the mistakes, are pillars for continuing their progress in the competition.