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Spain Fans Face Investigation Over Anti-Muslim Chants at Egypt Friendly

Published April 1, 2026 · Updated April 1, 2026 · The Guardian

Police are investigating anti-Muslim chants by Spain fans during a friendly against Egypt in Barcelona, after the coach and justice minister condemned the behaviour.

Police in Spain are probing reports of anti-Muslim chants made by supporters during the Barcelona friendly against Egypt. The incident prompted an investigation into potential hate‑speech violations.

Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente and Justice Minister Félix Bolaños publicly condemned the xenophobic and racist attitudes, calling for zero tolerance of such behaviour at sporting events.

Spain Fans Face Investigation Over Anti-Muslim Chants at Egypt Friendly

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