Argentina has issued an apology to France following an incident involving racist chants by Argentine footballers. The controversy erupted after Argentina’s Copa America victory, when midfielder Enzo Fernandez posted a video showing players singing derogatory chants targeting French players, particularly focusing on their African descent
Source:- news 18
The French Football Federation filed a legal complaint and plans to report the matter to FIFA, condemning the chants as racist and discriminatory . Enzo Fernandez later apologized, stating he got caught up in the euphoria of the celebrations.
Source:- BBC news
However, Argentina’s vice-president Victoria Villarruel defended the players, emphasizing Argentina’s stance against colonialism and supporting the national team’s actions
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