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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.

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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.

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

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

Widespread condemnation of the Spanish fans’ behaviour towards Egypt

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The Spanish government on anti-Islamic racism: We are dealing with a backward minority… and the national team is no exception

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Vinícius and Hakimi strongly support Yamal in defending Islam against racist chants

Barcelona star decides to face the fans at the Estadi Espanyol

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The insult to Islam has sparked a global outcry

After insulting Islam... former Valencia star urges Yamal to boycott the Spanish national team

He said the match should have been stopped

FIFA Rankings: France leapfrog Spain following Egypt stalemate

Morocco maintains its global standing... and Tunisia makes a significant leap

Egyptian Football Association: A small group chanted offensive slogans… but we welcome Spain with open arms

The Federation condemns the fans’ behaviour and welcomes the Spanish authorities’ official stance

Yamal condemns 'intolerable' anti-Muslim chants during Egypt draw

Barcelona star Lamine Yamal has condemned the "intolerable" anti-Muslim chants that marred Spain’s goalless draw with Egypt at the RCDE Stadium. The 18-year-old, who is a practising Muslim, labelled the perpetrators "ignorant" and "racist" after local police launched a formal investigation.

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Official uproar... Catalan police launch investigation into insult against the Egyptian national team

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De la Fuente: Yamal's best yet to come

Lamine Yamal continues to rewrite the record books for both club and country, but Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente believes the 18-year-old is only scratching the surface of his potential. Speaking ahead of the friendly against Egypt at the RCDE Stadium, the manager reflected on the incredible trajectory the winger has taken since his senior debut.

Barcelona given Yamal reassurances by RFEF

Barcelona have reportedly received reassurances regarding the fitness and management of Lamine Yamal following productive talks with the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). With Raphinha now sidelined through injury after a blow with Brazil, the Catalan giants were growing increasingly anxious about another potential setback for Yamal during the international break.

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