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FIFA probe Spanish FA following Islamophobic incidents in Egypt friendly

FIFA has officially opened disciplinary proceedings against the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a wave of anti-Muslim chants during last Tuesday's international friendly against Egypt. The match, held at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, was marred by offensive chanting that has sparked national outrage and a police investigation.

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This is Legacy, GOAL’s feature and podcast series tracking the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world’s game. This week, we focus on Egypt, travelling across nine decades of footballing triumphs, heartbreaks, miracles, and rebirth; from silent years that tested a nation’s patience, to the unforgettable return in 1990, and the rise of a boy from Nagrig who carried a continent’s dreams on his shoulders: Mohamed Salah.

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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.