Former France captain Hugo Lloris has described the controversial track sung by some Argentina gamers as an “assault on French folks” however hopes it was a mistake that the gamers concerned will be taught from.
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez is facing sanctions from the Premier League membership after posting a video on social media that the French Soccer Federation stated included alleged “racist and discriminatory language”.
World governing physique Fifa can be investigating the video, through which a number of members of the Argentina squad – celebrating their 1-0 win over Colombia within the Copa America closing – participate in a track initially sung by Argentina followers questioning the heritage of France’s black and mixed-race gamers.
Fernandez has since issued an apology on social media.
Lloris, France’s most capped participant and their captain once they gained the 2018 World Cup, stated he was shocked by the behaviour.
“It does not matter in case you are in a second of euphoria as a result of you may have gained an vital trophy,” he stated. “It calls for much more duty if you find yourself a winner.
“You do not need to hear or see this type of factor in soccer. All of us stand in opposition to discrimination and racism.
“I simply suppose and hope it’s a mistake. All of us make errors typically and hopefully they are going to be taught from it.”
Former Tottenham captain Lloris, 37, signed for Major League Soccer outfit Los Angeles FC in December and was in the USA as Argentina gained the Copa America in Miami.
He was on the shedding facet within the 2022 World Cup closing as France misplaced on penalties to Argentina.
“They [Argentina] are the face of soccer proper now, in South America, on this planet. They deserve lots of credit score for what they’ve completed on the sphere for the final 4 or 5 years,” Lloris stated.
“However whenever you win, you’re an instance for others, particularly youngsters.
“It was a correct assault in regards to the French folks, particularly for the French individuals who have some African origin and household.”