Within seconds of Enzo Fernández coming on as a substitute against Fulham, boos began around Craven Cottage.
The article links the reaction to Argentina eliminating England in the World Cup semi-final only weeks earlier. England had led until the closing stages before Enzo scored the equaliser and Lautaro Martínez won the match in stoppage time.
The anger was not only about the goal. Enzo’s post-match celebrations included references connected to the Falkland Islands, increasing the controversy among English supporters.
This was also not his first public controversy at Chelsea. He had previously faced heavy criticism following Argentina’s 2024 Copa América celebrations, which created tension with several French teammates.
With continued discussion of a possible move to Manchester City, Enzo’s relationship with English crowds has become even more complicated.
He may remain an important player on the pitch, but some supporters clearly remember what has happened away from it. The reception at Craven Cottage looked like another chapter in a story that is not over yet.
