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Spain Fans Face Investigation Over Anti-Muslim Chants

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

Police are investigating Islamophobic and xenophobic chants heard from Spain fans during the friendly against Egypt in Barcelona, after coach Luis de la Fuente and Justice Minister Félix Bolaños condemned the behaviour.

Police in Spain are probing reports of Islamophobic and xenophobic chants from supporters during the Spain‑Egypt friendly in Barcelona. The investigation follows repeated anti‑Muslim chants that were recorded during the match.

Spain’s coach Luis de la Fuente and Justice Minister Félix Bolaños publicly denounced the behaviour, calling it “xenophobic or racist” and urging authorities to take action.

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