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'Messi won that for you!' - Otamendi roasted for taunting Vinicius

The fiery Champions League encounter between Benfica and Real Madrid has sparked a war of words off the pitch, with former Los Blancos midfielder Wesley Sneijder leading the charge. The Dutch legend did not hold back in his assessment of Nicolas Otamendi’s behaviour during the clash at the Estádio da Luz, where the veteran defender was seen taunting Brazilian superstar Vinicius Junior following a heated exchange on the field. The tension reached boiling point during a stoppage related to the competition's racism protocol, during which Otamendi chose to flex his ink in the face of the Real Madrid winger. The former Manchester City man pointed specifically to his tattoos commemorating Argentina's recent triumphs, including the 2022 World Cup, the Finalissima, and the Copa America, in an apparent attempt to pull rank over the young Brazilian regarding international honours.

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Mourinho confronted by furious Benfica fans at training ground

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, approximately 200 furious Benfica fans stormed the club's training ground in Seixal on Saturday morning to protest a string of disappointing results. The disgruntled supporters confronted manager Jose Mourinho, as well as star defender Nicolas Otamendi and technical director Simao Sabrosa, demanding answers for the team's poor progress this season.

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Frequently asked questions

Enzo Fernandez plays as a central attacking midfielder, a central midfielder, or as one of the two holding midfielders in a double pivot for Chelsea.

Enzo Fernandez was born in San Martin, Buenos Aires, in Argentina.

Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea's most expensive signing ever, wears the No. 8 jersey at the club and is a versatile option in midfield.

Enzo Fernandez stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He has a combative style of play and has become an integral part of the Chelsea XI.

Enzo Fernandez weighs 78kg (172 lbs). The Argentine international relies on his physicality, although he has a bigger influential when he orchestrates play from deeper positions by playing line-breaking passes.

Enzo Fernandez played for local club Club La Recova at a very young age, before joining the River Plate academy in 2007, at the age of six.

Enzo Fernandes has two children with his wife Valentina Cervantes - a daughter named Olivia and a son named Benjamin.

Enzo Fernandes is married to Argentine social media influencer and model Valentina Cervantes.

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