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The Independent UK
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Spain fans slammed by national team manager for anti-Muslim chants against Egypt

Spain Egypt World Cup
  • Spain's national football coach Luis de la Fuente strongly condemned "xenophobic or racist attitudes" after fans sang anti-Muslim chants during a friendly match against Egypt.
  • The incident occurred during Tuesday's 0-0 draw, a fixture forming part of Spain's preparations for the upcoming World Cup.
  • De la Fuente expressed "total and absolute repulsion" towards the chants, which mocked Muslims.
  • The friendly match was hosted by Spain, having been relocated from Qatar due to the region being affected by the Iran war.
  • Spain are set to face Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde and Uruguay in Group H of the 48-team World Cup tournament.

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Spain boss condemns fans for ‘intolerable’ anti-Muslim chants during Egypt friendly

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