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The world football governing body, FIFA, is investigating a video circulating on social media that shows players from the Argentina national team singing songs about French players in a manner interpreted by the French Football Federation (FFF) as “racist.”
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The FFF has announced that it will file a complaint with FIFA regarding the video, in which Argentine players sing about the African heritage of striker Kylian Mbappe.
The video, which has sparked outrage and debate online, captures the Argentine team celebrating after a recent match. Their chants, referencing Mbappe’s African roots, have been condemned by many as inappropriate and discriminatory.
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The FFF has expressed its disappointment and concern over the incident, urging FIFA to take swift and decisive action.
“The French Football Federation finds these actions unacceptable and will be formally submitting a complaint to FIFA,” an FFF spokesperson stated. “We stand firmly against all forms of racism and discrimination in football.”
FIFA has acknowledged receipt of the complaint and confirmed that an investigation is underway.
The organization reiterated its commitment to promoting equality and inclusivity in the sport, emphasizing that any behavior undermining these values will be addressed accordingly.
The incident has also drawn reactions from various football communities and human rights organizations, calling for stricter measures to combat racism in football. They urge both national and international football bodies to reinforce their efforts in educating players and fans about the importance of respect and diversity.
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