However six months on from the incident, KIO’s chief Okafor has written to Infantino and Conmebol president Alejandro Dominguez.
“On behalf of many within the soccer neighborhood who’re invested on this case, we might recognize it should you might tell us if an investigation is beneath means and while you intend to achieve an final result,” Okafor wrote within the letter.
“A number of of the gamers had been filmed singing a track on the crew coach which was each racist and transphobic about France’s gamers. Midfielder Enzo Fernandez was clearly seen singing, though we recognise he was not alone in these actions as many gamers may be heard throughout the video.
“Chelsea mentioned Fernandez would participate in training to study from his mistake. Nevertheless, it is essential to notice how this incident and its dealing with would have affected a wider neighborhood each in England and globally.”
Okafor says that if there has not been an investigation, “it factors to a deeply regarding lack of transparency and accountability, particularly given how broadly this incident was seen. All federations and soccer organisations should uphold constant requirements in treating discrimination by way of accountability and training.
“As Mr Infantino outlined in Could 2024, the place federations described their intent to take a worldwide stand in opposition to racism, it is important we current a united entrance to sort out discrimination. In any other case, claims from federations that motion is being taken fall on the first hurdle.”
The PJDM has been instructed that the FA has additionally sought clarification from Conmebol however has not had a response.
KIO and Chelsea declined to remark.
Fifa and Conmebol have been approached for remark.
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, 2025-01-16 16:07:00
