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Borja Iglesias Targeted With Homophobic Slurs by Sevilla Fans After Celta Win

Public messages of support followed a widely shared video capturing abuse outside Sevilla's stadium.

Overview

  • Footage posted by the Zona Mixta account shows Sevilla supporters directing explicit homophobic insults at the Celta forward after Monday night's match at the Sánchez Pizjuán.
  • The recording captured phrases such as “a ver si te mueres” and “píntate las uñas,” along with other derogatory taunts.
  • Iglesias responded with an ironic post on X stating, “Qué raro, si esto en el fútbol no pasa nunca.”
  • Celta de Vigo and LaLiga shared supportive messages stressing that respect is non‑negotiable and that hate has no place in football.
  • Reports indicate the abuse occurred as Iglesias approached to give a shirt to a friend, and coverage notes he has previously documented similar harassment; no disciplinary actions or investigations were reported as of the latest articles.