Enzo Fernandez Facing More Controversy As Stadium Sings Racist Chant From Copa América Celebrations

WHAT HAPPENED?

The Chelsea midfielder has returned to where it all began for him after helping Argentina to Copa America glory in 2024. He is back in his homeland after claiming the continental crown, with those that helped to put him on a path to the very top eager to recognise his achievements.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The World Cup winner was all smiles when being paraded on the pitch prior to a meeting with Lanus. He donned a River shirt and waved to the crowd before taking up a seat in the stands. However, the supporters then broke out into the chant that attracted widespread criticism during Argentina’s Copa celebrations.

O meia Enzo Fernández, do Chelsea, foi homenageado pela diretoria do River Plate no intervalo do jogo contra o Lanús.

No momento da homenagem, a torcida do River entoou no Estádio Monumental de Núñez, a música racista e transfóbica contra os jogadores franceses.

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— LIBERTA DEPRE (@liberta___depre) July 21, 2024

DID YOU KNOW?

Enzo live streamed certain Albiceleste players singing an offensive song that mocks France for having players of African heritage in their squad. The 23-year-old’s Stamford Bridge team-mate, Wesley Fofana, is among those to have spoken out against an act of “uninhibited racism”, while others have unfollowed the South American on social media.

WHAT NEXT?

Enzo has apologised for his actions, but investigations into what occurred and why have been opened by Chelsea and FIFA. The Blues star, who has seen questions asked of his future in England, is now waiting to discover whether he will face retrospective punishment.