Summary
The Royal Spanish Football Federation and coach Luis de la Fuente criticized anti-Muslim chants during a game between Spain and Egypt in Barcelona. The match was a pre-World Cup friendly and ended in a 0-0 draw. Offensive chants led to multiple announcements asking fans to stop.
Key Facts
- The game between Spain and Egypt took place in Barcelona and ended in a 0-0 draw.
- Anti-Muslim chants were heard during the game, leading to condemnation by Spanish football authorities.
- Announcements were made via the stadium's public address system asking fans to stop the offensive behavior.
- Coach Luis de la Fuente spoke out against the behavior, calling it "intolerable."
- The game was moved from Qatar to Catalonia due to the situation in the Middle East.
- Key player Mohamed Salah did not play for Egypt due to injury.
- Spain are preparing for the World Cup by playing friendly matches in North America.
- Spain made 10 changes to their lineup from their previous friendly match against Serbia.
