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Enzo Fernandez: Alleged racist Argentina chant ‘stained glory’ of Copa America win
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Argentina won the Copa America, but lost the respect of many with the manner of their celebration.
Midfielder Enzo Fernandez faces disciplinary proceedings at Chelsea after posting a video on social media that the French Football Federation said included alleged “racist and discriminatory language”.
Fifa is also investigating the video, in which several members of the Argentina squad – celebrating their 1-0 win over Colombia in the final – take part in a song originally sung by Argentina fans questioning the heritage of France’s black and mixed-race players.
The global repercussions of that song have sparked a reaction from the Argentine government.
Javier Milei’s right-wing administration has no natural sympathy for anything that might be considered ‘woke’.
But Julio Garro, the under-secretary for sports, suggested that team captain Lionel Messi and local FA president Claudio Tapia should issue an apology for the song that some were singing on the bus on Sunday night. “It’s left us looking bad,” he said.
Others, however, have rejected the need for an apology.
With monotonous and depressing regularity, when teams from Argentina play opponents from Brazil in continental club competitions, there are scenes in the stands of Argentine fans making monkey gestures.
When interviewed, the perpetrators vehemently deny that they are racists. They are indulging in ‘banter’. All is fair, they argue, in love, war and football. Anything that goads and irritates the opposition is fair game. And on this latest matter, such sentiments are widespread.
The attempts from Argentine clubs to crack down on this behaviour have often been half-hearted, with references to ‘xenophobia’ – instead of calling it what it is: racism.
Especially depressing is the fact that this behaviour has been exhibited by some of the players. Here there is no excuse.
With the exception of one of the substitute goalkeepers, the entire squad is based in Europe.
These players are part of multi-national, multi-cultural, multi-racial squads. They should know much better. Quite apart from any possible sanctions, there could be some very awkward dressing-room moments when they report back for pre-season training.
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Alex Robertson: Cardiff sign Manchester City midfielder
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Robertson is the nephew of former Cardiff player Gavin Rae, who spent four years with the capital club between 2007-11.
Robertson, who used to wear Bluebirds kit as a child, told the club website: “He [Rae] told me a lot of good things about the city and the club.
“Going forward in my career now, this feels like the right place to be. I’m buzzing. It’s been a few weeks coming. I’m so glad it is over the line.
“City have built a great squad for the upcoming season now and I want to be a part of that. The gaffer told me the way he likes to play and what he expects from his players.
“I feel I can learn a lot from him and the more senior players in our squad. I’m ready to go. I’ve got stronger over the last few months.”
Cardiff boss Erol Bulut said: “We’re delighted Alex is here.
“There were six other clubs that were in for him, which shows what a talent he is. We had a meeting 10 days ago and explained our goals for the club and for Alex. Our hopes and plans were aligned.
“Alex can deliver a lot. He’s got quality. He’s technically very good with a great work rate and can add to what we already have. We now have a great mix of youth and experience in the midfield.”
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Olympics high-jump highlights: Injury scare for Murtaz Barshim
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Joint-defending high jump champion Murtaz Barshim puills up with injury during qualifying for the Paris 2024 final, with his fellow gold medallist Gianmarco Tamberi the first to check on his rival.
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Paris 2024: Kellie Harrington has ‘no more mountains’ as double Olympic champion retires
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At Roland Garros, the home of French tennis that had been transformed into a boxing arena for Olympic finals, it was more akin to Dublin than Paris.
Before Harrington and Wenlu Yang of China had even entered Court Philippe-Chatrier, you could sense there was something special brewing.
Two fights earlier, Algeria’s Imane Khelif, who put aside noise surrounding her eligibility, guaranteed herself a medal and the atmosphere was electric.
But it was about to be dialled up to 11.
Zombie by the Cranberries blared out just before Harrington entered to a sea of colour and noise.
She was cool and methodical as she strode towards the ring. It was the walk of a champion.
Fifteen minutes later, her calm exterior was shattered as the result was drowned out by a crescendo of noise from the Irish support.
While those in the stands celebrated, Harrington fell to her knees before jumping into the arms of her coaching team and then dancing around the ring.
There was even singing ringside as the Irish party was shaping up to go on well into the Parisian night.
It was an outpouring of joy and elation. Both in the stands and the ring, it was pure pandemonium.
“It was amazing. I said to the coaches after: ‘Is there anything I won’t do?'” Harrington said.
“It was brilliant. The Irish are just great. I never expected anything like that. This is something I’m never going to forget, ever.”
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