Brazilian Rodrygo’s father adds fuel to dispute between son and Messi

It seems that the altercation that almost turned into a quarrel between Argentinian Messi and Brazilian Real Madrid player Rodrigo Gos during the “Samba” and “Tango” confrontation in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers will not be extinguished anytime soon. . Because the Brazilian’s father added fuel to the fire.

The Real Club striker was involved in a heated argument with Argentines Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul before the game started, which was delayed by almost half an hour as Argentinian fans clashed with police in the stands.

Yesterday, Thursday, Eric Goss took to his Instagram account to defend his son from racist insults online, in addition to attacking Messi for his conflict with his son.

Eric Joyce posted 3 “Stories” on Instagram in which Messi was mentioned, and in another story he defended Rodrygo from racist attacks.

This may be the case. You are more likely to protect yourself.Father De @RodrygoGoes The story goes against Messi: ‘He’s the one who doesn’t see me in the club’ https://t.co/OEPTAHsmK5 view @diarioas

— Tomas Roncero (@As_TomasRoncero) November 24, 2023

Eric wrote in his first “story” about news of his son’s racist attack, which included a photo of Messi and Rodrigo confronting him, “Is anyone really surprised?”

In the second “story”, he shot an “arrow” directly at the Argentine star. “A saint who doesn’t get into trouble with anyone,” he sarcastically wrote next to a photo of his son clashing with Messi, who choked Uruguayan Matias Olivier during Argentina’s final game against Uruguay. Photo of Rivera’s neck.

In the third “story,” Rodrigo’s father defends his son from racist attacks on social media.

The Real Madrid striker described the Argentina national team players as “cowards” as they retreated to the dressing room after fans clashed with police. Messi said the police’s treatment of fans was “cruel”.

Rodrygo said to Messi and Rodrigo De Paul: “You are cowards who go into the dressing room and refuse to play.”

According to Argentina’s “TYC Sport” channel, Messi responded: “We are world champions. Why are we cowards? Watch your words, the stadium is the referee.”

Many other players from both teams joined in to ensure the altercation did not turn into a brawl, as Messi was seen putting his hands on Rodrygo’s neck.

CLIMA CALIENTE: Messi and Rodrygo, playing in front of the Maracana. #EliminatoriasEnTyCSports pic.twitter.com/vV3FNGXrnJ

— TyC Sports (@TyCSports) November 22, 2023

The Brazil international was the victim of racist abuse on social media, two days after Brazil lost to Argentina in the Super El Clasico at Rio de Janeiro’s famous Maracana stadium.

These racists are also plants. Many social media users have taken to the forums to post some ridiculous tips. What are we doing today!

What we want has nothing to do with us, nothing to do with us, nothing to do with us, nothing to do with us… pic.twitter.com/JtsPYrQPDT

— Rodrygo (@RodrygoGoes) November 23, 2023

the Spanish Real Madrid forward said in a message posted on his Instagram

Users specifically added banana or monkey emojis to the profile of the 22-year-old attacker, who is considering legal action, the Globo Esporte website said, citing the attacker.

He continued, “If we don’t do what they want, if we don’t behave the way they think we should be, if we wear clothes that annoy them, if we don’t bow our heads when they attack us, if” If we don’t do this, or occupy a space they believe is theirs, then the actions of racists are criminal. Unfortunately, we won’t stop. “

In the same context, Saudi Al Hilal star Neymar and his Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Júnior also expressed their solidarity with the merengue striker, who also regularly suffers racial abuse in Spain. “Your revolution makes them feel uncomfortable,” he wrote in an Instagram post. It never stops. “

Neymar and Vinicius were sidelined due to injuries in the 0-1 loss to Argentina in the sixth round of qualifying.

In turn, the Brazilian Football Confederation condemned “racist abuse” in a statement and affirmed that it “will continue to work tirelessly to ban this racist abuse in football.”

Rodrygo failed to lead his country to victory over Argentina in Rio de Janeiro last Tuesday, resulting in the Selecao’s historic first home defeat in World Cup qualifying.

Selvageria in Maracana #Brazil #Argentina pic.twitter.com/Azz8RKE47p

— Igor Rodrigues (@_igorrodrigues) November 22, 2023

Separately, FIFA confirmed it had initiated disciplinary proceedings against the Brazilian and Argentine football federations after crowd disturbances led to the postponement of matches.

The famous stadium descended into chaos as players tried in vain to persuade fans to stop playing. Messi led his teammates to the dressing room and did not return until the violence stopped.

Police used batons to quell the riot, resulting in injuries to many fans.

“FIFA confirms that its disciplinary committee has initiated proceedings against the Brazilian and Argentine football federations,” FIFA said in a statement.

Brazil faces sanctions for “possible breaches of Article 17 of FIFA’s Disciplinary Code,” which regulates the order and security of matches.

As far as Argentina is concerned, the Argentine team, which lost to Brazil at home for the first time in World Cup qualifying, will face penalties for “disturbing fans” and “delaying the start of the game.”

In addition to holding international matches on their territory and partially or completely closing their sports venues – the two most common penalties – countries may also be subject to financial fines.

Argentina ranks first in the South American qualifying standings with 15 points from six games, while Brazil suffered its third defeat in this qualifying campaign and dropped to sixth place with seven points out of 18.