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Vini Jr speaks out in support of Yamal amid Islamophobia fight

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

On the brink... Medical report raises concerns about former Real Madrid star

His condition has been described as "serious"

Ibrahim Hassan: Egypt’s national team is head and shoulders above the rest of the Arab world… and the behaviour of the Spanish fans is disheartening

Strong comments from an Egyptian football legend

Moroccan star: I won’t give my shirt to anyone for my own safety

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Abu Treika: The Premier League will end up like the Thai League after Salah and Guardiola

Abu Treika highlighted the Spanish manager’s praise for Salah

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Former England star: Salah is devastated and has lost confidence

The Egyptian international missed a penalty

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Before the US and Iran… historic clashes that took place at World Cup stadiums

Doubts surround Iran's participation in the World Cup

Saudi Arabia and Indonesia - AFC Asian qualifiers 4th Round Group B

Video: More than just a snapshot… A fan’s outcry puts Renard back in the firing line

The French manager is facing relentless criticism from the fans

Senegal star: We were prepared to sleep in a rubbish bin ahead of the Morocco match

Jay emphasised the brotherhood between Morocco and Senegal

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

Cucurella: 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

Canada v Tunisia - International Friendly

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

A hefty fine

Stock up, stock down: Flores shows promise, defense raises concern

Flores provided a spark, but Canada’s defensive issues - and a lack of cutting edge - remain hard to ignore.

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

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

Morocco v Ecuador - International Friendly

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?

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