Spain’s FA condemns Islamophobic chants during game with Egypt
Pre-World Cup friendly in Spain marred by racist and anti-Muslim chants by the home fans.

Pre-World Cup friendly in Spain marred by racist and anti-Muslim chants by the home fans.


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