Rodrigo de Paul, a teammate of Enzo Fernandez on the Argentina national team, has come to the defense of the Chelsea star amidst the controversy surrounding a video showing the Argentina players singing a song with perceived racist lyrics.

De Paul urged people not to "add fuel to the fire" or "make a show" out of the situation, suggesting that those who feel offended should address the issue privately rather than on social media. He also stated that the songs sung during the Copa America celebrations should not be analyzed too deeply, and that the team's intention was not to offend.

De Paul's defense of Fernandez comes after the Chelsea player faced widespread criticism, including from his own teammates, who unfollowed him on social media. Fernandez had apologized for his actions, stating that he stands against discrimination in all forms and got caught up in the euphoria of the celebrations.

Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister, another Argentina player, also defended Fernandez, saying that he is not a racist and that the team is not used to talking about racism as much as in Europe. Fernandez's father also defended his son, while others like Demba Ba criticized his actions.

The controversy has led to Chelsea launching an internal disciplinary procedure, and Fernandez's apology has been accepted by some, while others continue to criticize his actions. The situation highlights the sensitivity and importance of addressing racism in football and beyond.