Diego Maradona could have compromised his role in Argentina’s World Cup build-up after Fifa announced they are to investigate his conduct in a reportedly obscene television interview following his side’s 1-0 win over Uruguay.

The win saw Argentina confirm their qualification for the finals next year and, after a period of prolonged criticism of his tenure, Maradona responded with some choice words in his post-match questioning.

Fifa have confirmed they will be looking into the incident and if found guilty, they could present him with a five-match ban - something that would significantly disrupt his planning for South Africa.

President Sepp Blatter, speaking in Cairo, said: “The media reports we have received so far leave us with with no alternative but to ask the disciplinary committee of Fifa to open a case against the coach of Argentina, Diego Maradona.”

Maradona is reported to addressed reporters with the words “you lot take it up the arse" immediately after Wednesday’s win.

"Certain people who have not supported me, and you know who you are, can keep sucking," he added, before grabbing his genitals with both hands.