This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. The match between Mexico and Portugal, which ended in a scoreless draw, was marred by a regrettable incident in the stands of Estadio Azteca. On more than one occasion, Mexican fans chanted homophobic slurs directed at their own goalkeeper, José Rangel. The situation is further aggravated by the fact that Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, was present in the stands of the renovated stadium. It is worth noting that such insults are severely sanctioned by the governing body of world football. As a consequence, Mexico, one of the host countries for the upcoming World Cup, now risks facing a fine. Despite the seriousness of the events, the protocol against discrimination was not activated. The event organizers chose to try to drown out the chants with music, a measure that proved insufficient. According to the Mexican website Récord, there is a theory to explain the origin of these protests. The chants could be a way for fans to express their desire to see veteran Guillermo Ochoa in goal. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, a former player for Aves SAD, has participated in the World Cups of 2010, 2014, 2018, and 2022.
Estadio Azteca Gianni Infantino remains central to this story.
Estadio Azteca Gianni Infantino remains central to this story.
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