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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?

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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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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.

Ajax brings the son of a world-famous player to the Netherlands

European national team... 'Opta' predicts the 2026 World Cup winner

Opta's computer prediction shocks Messi, Ronaldo and Mbappé

4 value bets emerge from this season’s final international break

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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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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

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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

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

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

What happened in the friendly match against Egypt?

"I can't see anyone"... Ahmed Fattouh mocks Yamal

Egypt's defender neutralised Lamine's threat

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

Barcelona star decides to face the fans at the Estadi Espanyol

In the wake of the Egypt match crisis… Will Spain lose the honour of hosting the 2030 World Cup final?

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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Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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