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Spain investigates anti‑Muslim chants at Spain‑Egypt friendly in Barcelona

Police are probing “Islamophobic and xenophobic” chants heard at the Spain–Egypt friendly in Barcelona; the prime minister said they "tarnish" the country.

Published Apr 1, 2026, 8:07 PM EDT | WFMZZ

Spanish police on Wednesday said they are investigating “Islamophobic and xenophobic” chants that were heard during an international friendly between Spain and Egypt in Barcelona. The prime minister condemned the chants, saying they "tarnish" the country.