FIFA Opens Disciplinary Case Over Islamophobic Chants at Spain–Egypt Friendly

Overview

• FIFA launched a disciplinary case against Spain’s football federation after the referee reported islamophobic chants during the Spain–Egypt friendly in Cornellà.
• The case goes to FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee, whose typical penalties include fines and compulsory anti-racism messages rather than stadium closures.
• Catalan police opened a separate investigation into the chanting at RCDE Stadium in the Barcelona area.
• A video circulating on social media shows Real Madrid fans repeating the same chant before the Bayern Munich match at the Bernabéu, suggesting the behavior is spreading.
• The abuse drew condemnation from Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Lamine Yamal, intensifying focus as Spain prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Portugal and Morocco.