France Take Legal Action Against Argentina After Racist Chants Sang During Copa America Celebrations
The French Football Federation (FFF) has launched a legal complaint against Argentina after a group of Argentine players made racist and discriminatory chants against French players following their Copa America win.
The controversy began when a video circulated on social media showing Enzo Fernandez and his teammates singing about the France national team. The derogatory lyrics, which have been shared widely, make reference to the country of origin of French players’ parents. While the exact figures are unknown, reports suggest that a significant proportion of players from the French national team have African parents.
The FFF condemned the chants, describing them as "unacceptable, racist and discriminatory." Philippe Diallo, the president of the FFF, said the organization would challenge the Argentina Football Federation (AFA) and FIFA to take action against the offenders.
A Dark History of Racial Abuse
This incident is far from the first time that the French national team has been the target of racial abuse. In the 2018 World Cup, France fans made racist chants towards the Belgian team, while in 2022, they were heard singing a vile and discriminatory chant towards Kylian Mbappé.
A Wake-up Call for Football
This episode serves as a stark reminder of the continued prevalence of racism in football. With the sport’s global popularity, the burden falls on governing bodies and clubs to stamp out such behavior. It is imperative that players, coaches, and fans hold each other accountable for promoting inclusivity and respect.
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