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Moroccan star on the Egypt match incident: A lack of respect for religions... but Spain isn’t racist

Chants by some Spanish fans have drawn widespread criticism

Cocorella: Lamine Yamal was not the target of the racist chants

Did Juan García hear words of support from the crowd at the RCDE Stadium?

Hakimi: We’ll take the African title this way

The final decision rests with the CAS

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Simeone on anti-Islamic racism: ‘We’ve lost respect’

Atlético manager: God willing, we’ll keep fighting until the very end

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Romanian legend Lucescu suffers heart attack following resignation

Romanian football has been rocked by news that legendary coach Mircea Lucescu has suffered an acute heart attack just one day after resigning from his national team post. The 80-year-old had been hospitalised earlier in the week following a collapse during a team meeting, marking a tragic turn of events for one of the sport's most respected figures.

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Flick backs Yamal following 'intolerable' anti-Muslim chants

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has reinforced Lamine Yamal’s powerful anti-racism message following the "intolerable" Islamophobic chants that marred Spain’s recent friendly against Egypt. The 18-year-old winger, a practising Muslim, expressed his disgust after spectators at RCDE Stadium aimed derogatory songs at his faith, prompting a formal investigation by local Catalan police.

Europe and racism: England leads the way in tackling the issue... while Yamal suffers from Venus’s weakness

Efforts to tackle racism in football have gained momentum in recent years

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Arbeloa: Spain is not racist… and leaving Mbappé out is an “obvious decision”

The Spanish coach warns about matches after the international break.

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Mbappé: I’ve never met a Moroccan like Hakimi… and he couldn’t understand me when we first met

Mbappé recounted the details of their first meeting

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Allegations of corruption… Two years in prison for former Tunisia coach

A hefty fine

Hakimi reveals: I trained with Spain after joining Morocco... and that’s what kept me away

Hakimi shone in Europe in a Real Madrid shirt

The Spanish government decides to take stronger action over the incident involving racist chants against Islam

New action taken against the misconduct of Egyptian fans at the match in Catalonia

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Photo: African legend backs Yamal following racism scandal

Video: Mané: We’ll beat Iraq 3–0

Iraq has been drawn in a difficult group

Presidential decree reignites the CAN title row between Senegal and Morocco

What did President Diomay promise to the Black Tiranga?

Real upset with Tuchel's handling of Bellingham on England duty

Real Madrid are reportedly upset with Thomas Tuchel over his handling of Jude Bellingham during the March international break. Club officials are said to view the midfielder's call-up as "pointless" after Tuchel kept him on the bench in the Three Lions' two friendly fixtures.

What’s your problem? Yamaal’s father responds to those chanting racist slogans against Islam

The match between Egypt and Spain was marred by an unfortunate incident in the stands

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We are not racist... Morocco bids to host the 2030 World Cup final following the Spain crisis

Following the disgraceful incidents during the Spain v Egypt match

A major blow… Cruciate ligament injury rules out Egypt international from the World Cup

Injury deals a blow to Islam Issa after an impressive start with the Pharaohs

Bayern Munich have serious concerns ahead of their Champions League clash with Real Madrid

He also likes to score "lucky goals": could this rising star be Book's first BVB signing?

U21 international striker Nicolo Tresoldi could play for as many as three major footballing nations and is reportedly looking to move clubs again this summer. Which national team manager will be the first to call him? And what’s the situation with BVB?

Spain are top of the rankings… and Morocco are the 11th favourites to win the World Cup

Fierce competition is expected on the world stage

Just hours after the Egypt match… another incident of racism in Spain

Spanish fans insulted Islam in front of the Pharaohs

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Tebas condemns chants "insulting Islam"… and stands in solidarity with Yamal

Widespread condemnation of the Spanish fans’ behaviour towards Egypt

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Wirtz's dad insists he's 'ready' for Liverpool challenge after bulking up

Florian Wirtz is finally finding his rhythm at Liverpool after an initial period of adjustment following his high-profile move from the Bundesliga. The Germany international’s father, Hans, has revealed the physical sacrifices his son has made to conquer the unique demands of English football.