Enzo Fernandez’s case raised dust in England and the whole world. While celebrating the Copa America title, the Argentinians sang a racially offensive song toward the French players of African descent. It hadn’t occurred to Fernandez that he had as many as seven teammates from France at Chelsea. The French Football Federation (FFF) filed a complaint to FIFA, which launched an investigation.Enzo’s Chelsea temmates enraged at him for controversial chantsA day later, Enzo published an apology on Instagram, admitting that the song contained offensive language.”I want to apologise sincerely for a video posted on my Instagram channel during the national team celebrations. The song includes highly offensive language and there is absolutely no excuse for these words. I stand against discrimination in all forms and apologise for getting caught up in the euphoria of our Copa America celebrations. That video, that moment, those words, do not reflect my beliefs or my character. I am truly sorry,” wrote Fernandez.Nicolas Jackson posted this photo on his Instagram story after a video of Chelsea teammate Enzo Fernández other Argentina players singing about French players with African heritage went viral on social media. pic.twitter.com/8JxPVapGuM— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) July 17, 2024 After the player’s reaction, Chelsea reacted as well, issuing a statement regarding the unpleasant events, confirming that an internal disciplinary procedure had been instigated.”Chelsea Football Club finds all forms of discriminatory behaviour completely unacceptable. We are proud to be a diverse, inclusive club where people from all cultures, communities and identities feel welcome. We acknowledge and appreciate our player’s public apology and will use this as an opportunity to educate. The Club has instigated an internal disciplinary procedure,” the Blues’ official statement says.Nicolas Jackson on Instagram supporting his team mate Enzo Fernandez. pic.twitter.com/xptOKL8fgL— Frank Khalid OBE (@FrankKhalidUK) July 17, 2024 Although it seems that everyone is against Enzo after the scandal, there are still his Chelsea teammates ready to stand by his side despite all the challenges. Namely, the Blues forward Nicolas Jackson posted a photo with the Argentinian and a video of him playing with a little Chelsea fan as a gesture of support.##NAJAVA_MECA_8216338##
