Fifa probe as Chile striker ‘punched’ in Brazil bust-up

Fifa is investigating a remarkable bust-up at the World Cup after claims Chile striker Mauricio Pinilla was punched by Brazil’s communications director Rodrigo Paiva at half-time during Saturday’s match.

Paiva, a well-known figure in Brazilian football, admitted shoving Pinilla but said he only did so in self-defence.

A Fifa spokeswoman told a news conference in Rio: “We can confirm there has been an incident and the disciplinary committee is currently analysing the matter.”