Enzo Fernandez 'apologises to his Chelsea team-mates' after being accused of 'uninhibited racism' by Blues colleague Wesley Fofana and unfollowed by two others following vile Argentina chant
8 months ago

Enzo Fernandez 'apologises to his Chelsea team-mates' after being accused of 'uninhibited racism' by Blues colleague Wesley Fofana and unfollowed by two others following vile Argentina chant

Daily Mail  

Enzo Fernandez has reportedly apologised to his Chelsea team-mates after he filmed himself and many of his Argentina team-mates singing a 'racist' chant during celebrations of their Copa America win. Swiftly after the video was posted, Fernandez was accused of 'uninhibited racism' by his French international team-mate Wesley Fofana, with a number of other Blues players then unfollowing Fernandez on social media. Enzo Fernandez has reportedly issued an apology that has been circulated around the Chelsea squad The midfielder was criticised by several of his Blues team-mates following a social media post on Tuesday Enzo Fernandez filmed a video of the Argentina team singing a racist chant about France The club broke their silence in a statement on Wednesday morning which denounced 'all forms' of discriminatory behaviour. He is one of three Blues players to unfollow Fernandez on Instagram Axel Disasi, Fofana and Malo Gusto all unfollowed Fernandez after he filmed the Argentina chant Sources at Chelsea say they are taking the matter seriously and will proceed accordingly. Fernandez belatedly issued an apology on Tuesday night, in which he claimed to 'stand against discrimination in all forms' The midfielder received the backing of Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, who made a public declaration of support on Wednesday Jackson also posted an image of himself and Fernandez sitting next to each other during a training session at the club's Cobham's base.

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Premier League backs Wesley Fofana after racial abuse following London derby
3 days, 9 hours ago

Premier League backs Wesley Fofana after racial abuse following London derby

India Today  

The Premier League has backed Wesley Fofana after the Chelsea defender was racially abused following the London derby against Arsenal. Prremier League's statement on Fofana The Premier League said they were appalled by the abuse suffered by Fofana and that they will work with social media platforms and authorities to ensure the individuals found guilty face the strongest possible consequences. …

Enzo Fernandez as Chelsea captain was tone-deaf, clumsy and wrong
7 months ago

Enzo Fernandez as Chelsea captain was tone-deaf, clumsy and wrong

The Independent  

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Chelsea take no disciplinary action against Enzo Fernandez for racist and homophobic slurs
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Chelsea take no disciplinary action against Enzo Fernandez for racist and homophobic slurs

The Independent  

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Enzo Maresca is ready to welcome Enzo Fernandez back into Chelsea squad in the NEXT WEEK as he insists racism storm will not derail squad
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Enzo Maresca is ready to welcome Enzo Fernandez back into Chelsea squad in the NEXT WEEK as he insists racism storm will not derail squad

Daily Mail  

Enzo Maresca says Enzo Fernandez is due to rejoin the Chelsea squad this Monday after sparking the racism storm which disrupted the club’s pre-season preparations. The footage was filmed while the players were celebrating their Copa America triumph, and sparked anger inside the Chelsea squad as some even took to social media to condemn the racism on show. Enzo Maresca …

The fallout from Argentina’s ‘racist’ chant: Chelsea in crisis and sacked politicians
8 months ago

The fallout from Argentina’s ‘racist’ chant: Chelsea in crisis and sacked politicians

New York Times  

It was a 48-second clip that sparked controversy and dismay across the footballing world, prompting political condemnation and defiance. The South American country’s vice president, Victoria Villarruel, defended Fernandez and the team, saying she would not tolerate the actions of a “colonialist” country. Chelsea’s French players have unfollowed Fernandez en masse on Instagram and Wesley Fofana posted a clip of …

Enzo Fernandez found guilty of driving offence just days after sparking fury with racist chants during Argentina's Copa America celebrations
8 months ago

Enzo Fernandez found guilty of driving offence just days after sparking fury with racist chants during Argentina's Copa America celebrations

Daily Mail  

The ruling comes after he apologised for Argentina's Copa America celebrations Fernandez failed to identify driver of a car that allegedly ran a red light last year Enzo Fernandez has been found guilty of a driving offence after he failed to identify the driver of a Porsche that allegedly ran a red light. Enzo Fernandez has been found guilty of …

Enzo Fernandez's 'racist' song controversy explained: Why is there bad blood between Argentina and France? Where did the chant come from and what has the reaction been to the storm in both nations?
8 months ago

Enzo Fernandez's 'racist' song controversy explained: Why is there bad blood between Argentina and France? Where did the chant come from and what has the reaction been to the storm in both nations?

Daily Mail  

Footage of Enzo Fernandez and his Argentina team-mates enthusiastically singing a song branded as 'racist and discriminatory' by the French Football Federation has reopened a feud between the two nations. 'The president of the French Football Federation, Philippe Diallo, condemns in the strongest terms the unacceptable racist and discriminatory remarks which were made against the players of the French team …

Minister FIRED for telling Lionel Messi to apologize for his Argentina teammates' racist chanting after their Copa America victory
8 months ago

Minister FIRED for telling Lionel Messi to apologize for his Argentina teammates' racist chanting after their Copa America victory

Daily Mail  

Argentina fired their deputy sports minister for suggesting that Lionel Messi should apologize for his teammates singing a racist and homophobic song aimed at France after their Copa America victory on Sunday. Following a lackluster 1-0 win over Colombia in the 2024 Copa America final, midfielder Enzo Fernandez livestreamed himself and teammates singing the discriminatory song on the team bus. …

Hugo Lloris claims controversial chant sung by Enzo Fernandez is an 'attack on French people' as former Les Bleus skipper calls for Argentina players to 'learn from' their mistake
8 months ago

Hugo Lloris claims controversial chant sung by Enzo Fernandez is an 'attack on French people' as former Les Bleus skipper calls for Argentina players to 'learn from' their mistake

Daily Mail  

French legend Hugo Lloris has slammed the controversial song that was sung by some Argentina players in the wake of their Copa America win. Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez posted a video on social media which appeared to show him and a number of his team-mates singing along to a song with is alleged to include 'racist and discriminatory language'. Hugo Lloris …

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in
8 months ago

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in

The Independent  

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Chelsea star David Datro Fofana calls on football to 'take the fight against racism seriously' - after team-mate Enzo Fernandez is accused of 'uninhibited racism' following controversial Argentina son
8 months ago

Chelsea star David Datro Fofana calls on football to 'take the fight against racism seriously' - after team-mate Enzo Fernandez is accused of 'uninhibited racism' following controversial Argentina son

Daily Mail  

David Datro Fofana has called out racism in football on social media, claiming that the fight against racial discrimination must be 'taken seriously by everyone involved in this sport'. Chelsea have subsequently addressed the video, 'condemning all forms of discriminatory behaviour as completely unacceptable', while fellow Blues player Wesley Fofana, called the video 'uninhibited racism'. David Datro Fofana took to …

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez is front and centre of Argentina's racism scandal... but which other Premier League stars were on the team bus while vile song aimed at French players was sung?
8 months ago

Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez is front and centre of Argentina's racism scandal... but which other Premier League stars were on the team bus while vile song aimed at French players was sung?

Daily Mail  

Enzo Fernandez has sparked outrage after posting a video showing him and some of his Argentina team-mates singing a racist song about French players - but questions have been posed as to who else was joining in with the vile chant. The scandal has already split the Chelsea dressing room, with Fernandez's French team-mate Wesley Fofana accusing him of 'uninhibited …

Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana accuses teammate Enzo Fernandez of ‘uninhibited racism’
8 months ago

Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana accuses teammate Enzo Fernandez of ‘uninhibited racism’

The Independent  

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Racist chant controversy: FIFA, Chelsea look into Enzo Fernandez’s involvement in Argentina bus
8 months ago

Racist chant controversy: FIFA, Chelsea look into Enzo Fernandez’s involvement in Argentina bus

The Hindu  

Chelsea has begun disciplinary action after midfielder Enzo Fernandez was involved in a video where members of Argentina's Copa America-winning squad appeared to sing about French players with African heritage. FIFA also said it was also looking into the incident after the French football federation pledged to file a complaint with the sport's world governing body over “racist and discriminatory …

Lionel Messi asked to apologize for Argentina players’ racist chant
8 months ago

Lionel Messi asked to apologize for Argentina players’ racist chant

Associated Press  

Lionel Messi faced calls on Wednesday to apologize for racist chants made by Argentina’s players after they won the Copa America. An Argentinean government official said Messi, who is the team captain, and the president of the country’s soccer federation, Claudio Tapia, should apologize after a video was shared on social media showing members of Argentina’s triumphant squad singing a …

Chelsea break silence by condemning 'all forms of discriminatory behaviour' after Enzo Fernandez is accused of 'uninhibited racism' by team-mate Wesley Fofana following controversial Argentina song
8 months ago

Chelsea break silence by condemning 'all forms of discriminatory behaviour' after Enzo Fernandez is accused of 'uninhibited racism' by team-mate Wesley Fofana following controversial Argentina song

Daily Mail  

It originated around the 2022 World Cup final which saw Argentina beat France Chelsea have published a statement in response to the controversial video posted by their midfielder Enzo Fernandez, denouncing 'all forms' of discriminatory behaviour and confirming they have begun an internal investigation. Enzo Fernandez filmed a video of the Argentina team singing a racist chant about France Wesley …

Racist chants by Argentina footballers to be reported to FIFA by French federation
8 months ago

Racist chants by Argentina footballers to be reported to FIFA by French federation

The Hindu  

The French football federation pledged to file a complaint with FIFA over “racist and discriminatory remarks” by Argentina players in post-match chants about France's team after their Copa America title win. One of Fernandez's Chelsea teammates, France defender Wesley Fofana, posted the Argentina team video on his social media accounts Tuesday and called it “uninhibited racism.” Le football en 2024 …

France set to file complaint over Argentina's allegedly racist chant after Copa America final
8 months ago

France set to file complaint over Argentina's allegedly racist chant after Copa America final

ABC  

Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana has described a video posted on social media by his club teammate Enzo Fernandez as "uninhibited racism". Following Argentina's Copa America final win over Colombia, Fernandez posted a video on social media showing Argentina players appearing to sing about French players with African heritage. Chelsea teammate and France defender Fofana posted the video to his social …

French federation files complaint after ‘racist and discriminatory remarks’ by Argentina players
8 months ago

French federation files complaint after ‘racist and discriminatory remarks’ by Argentina players

Associated Press  

PARIS — The French soccer federation pledged Tuesday to file a complaint with FIFA over “racist and discriminatory remarks” by Argentina players in post-match chants about France’s team after their Copa America title win. One of Fernandez’s Chelsea teammates, France defender Wesley Fofana, posted the Argentina team video on his social media accounts Tuesday and called it “uninhibited racism.” Fofana, …

Argentina under fire after Enzo Fernandez posts video of Copa America winners singing racist chant
8 months ago

Argentina under fire after Enzo Fernandez posts video of Copa America winners singing racist chant

Daily Mail  

The Argentina national team is under fire after a video posted by midfielder Enzo Fernandez captured the Copa America winners singing a racist chant on Sunday night. But an Instagram live from Fernandez captured an ugly side of the post-match celebrations, as members of the squad sang an infamous song that first emerged ahead of the 2022 World Cup Final …

Anton Ferdinand sends message to John Terry over alleged racial abuse: ‘We’ll look at footage unblurred’
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Anton Ferdinand sends message to John Terry over alleged racial abuse: ‘We’ll look at footage unblurred’

The Independent  

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It hasn’t taken Jude Bellingham long to realize how big a problem racism is in Spanish soccer
11 months ago

It hasn’t taken Jude Bellingham long to realize how big a problem racism is in Spanish soccer

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Jude Bellingham spoke Tuesday about the “disgusting” level of racism in Spanish soccer and called for action so that Real Madrid teammate Vinícius Junior isn’t driven out of the sport in the face of persistent abuse. “The people in power need to do more, especially with Vini in the recent weeks — well, years actually,” he said …

Brazil’s Vinicius says racist abuse in Spain has taken joy out of football
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Brazil’s Vinicius says racist abuse in Spain has taken joy out of football

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid winger says he ‘will stay because that way the racists can continue to see my face more and more’. Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr broke down in tears and said he was struggling to stay motivated and enjoy playing football due to the recurring racist abuse he is subjected to in Spain. During an emotional news conference ahead of …

LaLiga to report ‘deplorable’ racist Vinicius Jr chants to legal authorities
1 year ago

LaLiga to report ‘deplorable’ racist Vinicius Jr chants to legal authorities

The Independent  

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Milan keeper Maignan wants stronger action after racist abuse. FIFA president eyes tougher sanctions
1 year, 1 month ago

Milan keeper Maignan wants stronger action after racist abuse. FIFA president eyes tougher sanctions

Associated Press  

MILAN — AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan says too many people are “complicit” in allowing racism to continue blighting soccer, and urged authorities to take stronger action after he suffered racist abuse on Saturday night. And FIFA President Gianni Infantino suggested “an automatic forfeit” for any team “whose fans have committed racism.” Maignan, who is Black, walked off after being …

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Condemns 'Abhorrent' Racism During Football Matches in Italy and England
1 year, 1 month ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Condemns 'Abhorrent' Racism During Football Matches in Italy and England

News 18  

FIFA president Gianni Infantino called for worldwide stadium bans for fans and “automatic forfeits” for teams whose supporters hurl “abhorrent” abuse, following racist incidents in Italy and England on Saturday. “The players affected by Saturday’s events have my undivided support.” Fans aimed monkey chants at AC Milan and France goalkeeper Mike Maignan during Milan’s dramatic 3-2 win at Udinese, with …

Brazil Forward Rodrygo Denounces Racist Abuse on Social Media After Match Against Argentina
1 year, 3 months ago

Brazil Forward Rodrygo Denounces Racist Abuse on Social Media After Match Against Argentina

News 18  

Brazil forward Rodrygo has been the target of racist abuse on social media following the World Cup qualifying game against Argentina. It’s all there for everyone to see.” WATCH: ‘Crazy Scenes’ At Maracana Before Brazil vs Argentina FIFA World Cup The player said many of the racist messages included photos and emoticons of monkeys or bananas. Está aí pra todo …

Rodrygo receives racist abuse after Messi argument
1 year, 3 months ago

Rodrygo receives racist abuse after Messi argument

The Hindu  

Brazil striker Rodrygo said he had received racist messages on social media accounts following an argument with Argentina captain Lionel Messi before the team’s World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Brazil’s 1-0 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier in Rio de Janeiro, the five-times world champions’ third consecutive defeat, was marred by violence after clashes between police …

Brazil forward Rodrygo denounces racist abuse on social media after match against Argentina
1 year, 3 months ago

Brazil forward Rodrygo denounces racist abuse on social media after match against Argentina

Associated Press  

MADRID — Brazil forward Rodrygo has been the target of racist abuse on social media following the World Cup qualifying game against Argentina. It’s all there for everyone to see.” The player said many of the racist messages included photos and emoticons of monkeys or bananas. Rodrygo attracted attention during Tuesday’s match after a spat with Argentina players Lionel Messi …

LaLiga investigate after fresh ‘racist insults’ allegedly aimed at Vinicius Jr in El Clasico
1 year, 4 months ago

LaLiga investigate after fresh ‘racist insults’ allegedly aimed at Vinicius Jr in El Clasico

The Independent  

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Barcelona apologises for club spokesman's tweet claiming Vinicius Jnr 'deserves a SLAP' and denying that the Brazil star had suffered racist abuse - with Blaugrana's director vowing: 'this will not ha
1 year, 4 months ago

Barcelona apologises for club spokesman's tweet claiming Vinicius Jnr 'deserves a SLAP' and denying that the Brazil star had suffered racist abuse - with Blaugrana's director vowing: 'this will not ha

Daily Mail  

Barcelona have apologised for a tweet from one of its spokesman making light of the racism suffered by Vinicius in last weekend’s game between Real Madrid and Sevilla. Mikel Camps took to social media during Real Madrid's 2-1 win against Braga on Tuesday night to post a later-deleted tweet which read: 'It's not racism, he deserves a slap for being …

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behavior’ at Real Madrid game
1 year, 4 months ago

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behavior’ at Real Madrid game

Associated Press  

MADRID — Sevilla ejected a fan from its Spanish league match against Real Madrid and filed a complaint with police after the spectator allegedly displayed “xenophobic and racist behavior,” with Vinícius Júnior once again the target. Vinícius, who has regularly faced racist abuse from rival fans, said it was “another sad episode for Spanish Football.” Sevilla’s statement was issued shortly …

Qatar FA denies racial abuse by player, says he was victim instead
1 year, 9 months ago

Qatar FA denies racial abuse by player, says he was victim instead

The Hindu  

The Qatar FA has said Yusuf Abdurisag did not use discriminatory language against a player from the New Zealand team, who abandoned their friendly at halftime on Monday in protest at an alleged racist slur. Qatar’s football governing body said on Tuesday that Abdurisag had an exchange of words “in the heat of the moment” where he was the victim …

Joelinton: I received racist abuse after Newcstle defeat to Arsenal
1 year, 9 months ago

Joelinton: I received racist abuse after Newcstle defeat to Arsenal

The Independent  

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Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer
1 year, 9 months ago

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer

Associated Press  

MADRID — Hanging from a highway bridge in Madrid, an effigy of one of the world’s most famous Black soccer players stands as a graphic reminder of the racism that sweeps through European soccer. Hanging from a highway bridge in Madrid, an effigy of one of the world’s most famous Black soccer players – Vinicius Junior - stands as a …

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer
1 year, 9 months ago

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer

The Independent  

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Racism in Brazil: Former club of Pele alleges racial abuse of two players during Copa Sudamericana
1 year, 9 months ago

Racism in Brazil: Former club of Pele alleges racial abuse of two players during Copa Sudamericana

The Hindu  

Brazilian football club Santos said Thursday that two of its players were racially abused by fans during the team’s 2-1 loss to Audax Italiano in a Copa Sudamericana match at the Chilean team’s stadium. Santos said in a statement that defender Joaquim and striker Angelo, who are Black, “were verbally abused” and harassed by local fans “making monkey gestures” during …

Javier Tebas wants LaLiga to have power to eradicate racism in Spanish football
1 year, 9 months ago

Javier Tebas wants LaLiga to have power to eradicate racism in Spanish football

The Independent  

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La Liga chief Tebas apologises for rant about Vinicius’s racism complaint
1 year, 9 months ago

La Liga chief Tebas apologises for rant about Vinicius’s racism complaint

The Hindu  

La Liga President Javier Tebas apologised on Wednesday for his online rant at Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr after the Brazilian took to social media to complain about racist insults he suffered during a match and the Spanish league’s inaction. “Well, it seems that the result has not been very good, right?,” Tebas told Reuters in an interview, referring to …

LaLiga president apologises for reaction to Vinicius Junior’s racism allegations
1 year, 9 months ago

LaLiga president apologises for reaction to Vinicius Junior’s racism allegations

The Independent  

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Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain
1 year, 9 months ago

Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain

The Independent  

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Vinicius Jnr blasts LaLiga president Javier Tebas after red card having reacted to racist abuse
1 year, 9 months ago

Vinicius Jnr blasts LaLiga president Javier Tebas after red card having reacted to racist abuse

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr has slammed LaLiga president Javier Tebas for his failure to deal with racism in the Spanish top flight after he was sent off for reacting to abuse during his side's 1-0 defeat by Valencia on Sunday. Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr slammed LaLiga president Javier Tebas for his failure to deal with racism after being …

Antonio Rudiger racially abused after Real Madrid’s game in Cadiz
1 year, 11 months ago

Antonio Rudiger racially abused after Real Madrid’s game in Cadiz

The Hindu  

Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger was racially abused by fans after the team’s game at Cadiz in the Spanish league. Video posted by Spanish media on Sunday showed Cadiz fans yelling insults at Rudiger after he went to the stands to give away his shirt to someone who appeared to be a Madrid supporter. Spanish soccer has been marred by …

Atletico Madrid star Alvaro Morata believes fans should get life-time bans for racist chants
2 years ago

Atletico Madrid star Alvaro Morata believes fans should get life-time bans for racist chants

Daily Mail  

Atletico Madrid forward Alvaro Morata has called for fans making racist chants in stadiums to be banned for life, in light of numerous incidents in the LaLiga this season. Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr and Villarreal's Nigerian winger Samu Chukwueze were the latest victims of racist abuse at the weekend during their respective games at Osasuna and Mallorca. Atletico Madrid's …

Spanish football: Racist fans must be banned for life, demands Alvaro Morata after abuse aimed at Vinicius Jr
2 years ago

Spanish football: Racist fans must be banned for life, demands Alvaro Morata after abuse aimed at Vinicius Jr

The Independent  

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LaLiga files legal complaint after Vinicius gets racially abused
2 years, 1 month ago

LaLiga files legal complaint after Vinicius gets racially abused

The Hindu  

The Spanish football league has filed a legal complaint to a Mallorca court after Real Madrid and Brazil player Vinicius Jr was racially abused by supporters in a match away to Real Mallorca, the organisation said on Tuesday. Mallorca fans were filmed racially abusing the 22-year-old forward during Sunday’s win against the LaLiga holders, with the video published by streaming …

LaLiga: League investigating racism levelled at Real Madrid's Vinicius in Mallorca
2 years, 1 month ago

LaLiga: League investigating racism levelled at Real Madrid's Vinicius in Mallorca

Firstpost  

A video published by DAZN captured the sound of at least one fan calling Vinicius a “monkey”. Palma : Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior was targeted with racist abuse during his side’s 1-0 defeat at Real Mallorca on Sunday and LaLiga are investigating the incident. “Once again intolerable racist insults were observed against Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr,” said the …

LaLiga: Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior becomes victim again of racist abuse in Mallorca
2 years, 1 month ago

LaLiga: Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior becomes victim again of racist abuse in Mallorca

The Hindu  

Mallorca fans were filmed racially abusing Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior in their Son Moix stadium during their 1-0 upset win against the LaLiga holders on Sunday. The mannequin was hung next to a banner in Atletico Madrid’s red and white colours that read “Madrid hates Real” during the early hours of Jan. 26, police said. Vinicius issued a …

Benfica boss accuses Chelsea of being 'disrespectful' in their pursuit of Enzo Fernandez
2 years, 2 months ago

Benfica boss accuses Chelsea of being 'disrespectful' in their pursuit of Enzo Fernandez

Daily Mail  

Chelsea have been accused of being disrespectful in their pursuit of Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea have been in negotiations with Benfica over Argentine midfield star Enzo Fernandez Now Schmidt has suggested Chelsea have gone back on their word, saying: 'We do not want to sell Enzo. Benfica boss Roger Schmidt thinks Todd Boehly has no intention of paying Fernandez's …

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