Spanish police are investigating Islamophobic and xenophobic chants that occurred during Tuesday’s friendly match between Spain and Egypt. The incident has drawn condemnation from Spanish football officials and the government.
The chants were heard from home fans during the game in Barcelona, prompting warnings against such behavior. Authorities are now looking into the matter following similar incidents that have affected Spanish football in recent years.
Spain’s national team coach and the football association have both issued statements denouncing the fans’ actions. The match, a pre-World Cup friendly, was overshadowed by the racist and anti-Muslim expressions.