De Paul defends Enzo Fernandez amid racism row

Argentina midfielder Rodrigo De Paul has spoken out about Enzo Fernandez, who was embroiled in a racist scandal during the celebration of the 2024 Copa America victory in the United States.

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“There is no need to analyze the chants so carefully. I believe that if one of Enzo’s comrades feels insulted, the best way to solve this problem is to call him directly, and not post it on social networks,” De Paul said on the OLGA YouTube channel.

In the final of the America’s Cup, the Argentina team defeated the Colombia team 1:0.

After the match, the winning players sang a racist chant about the French players. Midfielder Enzo Fernandez broadcast it online. Chelsea’s French players later unfollowed him on social media, and the London club launched an investigation into the player.

Earlier, Enzo Fernandez apologized for an offensive chant directed at the French team.

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