Overview
- During Tuesday’s Spain–Egypt friendly in Barcelona, a section of the RCDE Stadium crowd chanted “Muslim if you don’t jump” and booed Egypt’s anthem.
- The Spanish federation asked fans to stop via stadium loudspeakers and video boards at halftime, but the referee did not trigger the anti‑racism protocol that allows warnings or suspension of play.
- Barcelona and Spain forward Lamine Yamal condemned the abuse on social media, identified himself as Muslim, and called those who chanted it ignorant and racist.
- The Mossos d’Esquadra have opened an investigation to identify instigators, and FIFA is reviewing the case under its disciplinary code with possible fines or partial or closed‑door matches, with a decision expected in April.
- Reports trace the chants to the Gol Cornellà end where ultras often gather, sharpening international scrutiny of Spain’s stadium culture and its image as a 2030 World Cup co‑host.