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Homophobic chant returns in Mexico’s World Cup match against the Czech Republic (opens original article in a new tab)

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Fans at Mexico's World Cup match against the Czech Republic chanted a homophobic slur against the goalkeeper, continuing a 25-year-old tradition that has resulted in FIFA fines and failed prevention efforts by the Mexican soccer federation.

  • Fans at Mexico's World Cup match chanted a homophobic slur against Czech goalkeeper
  • The slur, 'puto,' has been used for 25 years to intimidate goalkeepers and led to FIFA fines
  • Mexican soccer federation has failed to stop the chant despite multiple attempts
  • Mexico advanced to knockout phase as Group A winners

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