The Argentina national team recently made a plea to their fans to refrain from using offensive or discriminatory chants during their World Cup CONMEBOL qualifying match against Chile. The team expressed concerns over potential sanctions by FIFA if such chants were to occur, including a capacity reduction in their next home match.
This call for respectful behavior comes in light of a recent incident where a video surfaced showing the team singing discriminatory chants directed at France players of African heritage. This video sparked outrage and led to investigations by both Chelsea and FIFA. The French Football Federation also announced their intention to file a legal complaint over the racist remarks.
Despite the backlash from the initial incident, the discriminatory chant continued to be repeated by Argentina fans at various football matches across the country. The same chants were even heard before Argentina faced France in the 2022 World Cup final. This behavior prompted the national team to release a video urging fans to show their support without resorting to offensive language.
Argentina emphasized the importance of supporting the team without resorting to insults or discrimination. The team’s message highlights that such behavior not only fails to help but actively harms the team and the sport as a whole. It is crucial for fans to show their passion and support in a positive and respectful manner.
As Argentina prepares for the upcoming World Cup qualifier matches, they currently sit in first place in the CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying standings with 15 points in six games. The team’s success on the field is important, but they are also taking a stand off the field by promoting a culture of respect and inclusivity among their fan base.
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