FIFA President Gianni Infantino has shamelessly praised Argentina’s ‘professionalism’ in a tone-deaf letter to the nation's FA - despite launching an investigation into their behaviour after losing the World Cup final against Spain.

In the letter - first leaked by the Argentine media and since verified by British press- sent to the President of the Argentine FA, Claudio Tapia, Infantino thanked Argentina for their impact on a successful World Cup and applauded their professionalism.

Argentina, who lost in extra-time in the final, frustrated opponents throughout the tournament with their anti-football style of play.

The 2022 winners failed to register a single shot on target in the final and following the defeat, they turned their backs as Luis de la Fuente’s side lifted the trophy.

Leonardo Paredes attacked Eric Garcia in a post-match fracas that also appeared to involve Nahuel Molina, Thiago Almada and assistant coach Roberto Ayala - an incident FIFA are investigating.

The final itself was packed with controversy. Lionel Messi attempted to con referee Slavko Vincic into sending Marc Cucurella off after the Spain defender covered his mouth while speaking to the official. 

Gianni Infantino's tone deaf letter congratulating Argentina on finishing second at the World Cup is LEAKED as FIFA president hails Lionel Messi and Co's 'professionalism' despite thuggish post-match antics, shedding more light to FIFA's blatant favourism towards Leo Messi and his fake Nice Guy PR