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Enzo Fernández defends Argentina national team

Enzo Fernández, Argentina midfielder, believes that the team represented the country in the best possible way during its participation in the World Cup, despite the unfortunate scenes involving the Albiceleste players during and after the final match against Spain.

Enzo received two yellow cards and was sent off in regular time before Spain secured the title with a 1-0 victory after extra time on Sunday.

The Argentine player received his first yellow card for protesting against Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić, and then was sent off for a violent tackle on young Spanish defender Pau Cubarsí.

But Enzo Fernández wrote on his official social media accounts: "Gradually we realize that there are things much more important than the result of a match."

He added: "This team succeeded in representing the country in the best possible way for years, and taught a lesson that competition does not only mean victories, but giving maximum effort and not giving up for the national team jersey."

The English Chelsea player continued: "I am honored to be part of a team that has always been distinguished by high sportsmanship, competing strongly, and defending our country's jersey with pride, humility, and commitment."

Fierce verbal altercations broke out between Argentina's players and coaching staff and several Spanish players as they prepared to celebrate the victory after the match.

The International Football Federation (FIFA) announced that it is to open an investigation through its disciplinary committee regarding these violations, which portends sanctions on any player or coach involved in these clashes, in addition to a possible fine against the Argentine Football Association.

This coincided with widespread speculation on social media about what happened in the Argentina team's dressing room before the match against Spain, and that Lionel Messi, the team captain, informed his teammates that the World Cup final would be his last match in his international career.