Calls for Apology Amid Racist Chants by Argentina's Players
Lionel Messi faces calls to apologize for racist chants made by Argentina's players after their Copa America win. A video showed the team chanting about French players of African heritage, prompting apologies from midfielder Enzo Fernandez and disciplinary actions from Chelsea. FIFA is investigating the incident.
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Lionel Messi is under pressure to apologize following racist chants made by the Argentine team after their Copa America victory. A viral video showed players singing derogatory chants about French players with African heritage, sparking outrage and apologies.
An Argentinean government official, along with the president of Argentina's soccer federation, has called for an official apology from Messi, who is the team captain. Midfielder Enzo Fernandez expressed remorse, and his club Chelsea initiated disciplinary actions, condemning the behaviour as "completely unacceptable."
The incident has drawn attention from FIFA, which is investigating the matter. The French soccer federation plans to lodge a complaint, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated the sport's zero-tolerance policy towards racism.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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