These events, which occurred during the match, have prompted a strong reaction from various authorities and organizations, who have condemned the behavior and demanded action. During halftime, a message was already displayed on the stadium's scoreboard warning about the legal consequences of violent, xenophobic, homophobic, or racist attitudes.
The police investigation is now focusing on the criminal aspect to identify those who instigated these chants. Among the voices that have risen to condemn the incidents is that of the Sports Councillor of the Generalitat, Berni Álvarez, who described the behavior of a section of the stands as 'unacceptable'.
“"Racism has no place anywhere."
The delegate of the Government in Catalonia, Carlos Prieto, used social media to announce that the relevant protocols had been activated with the organizers, emphasizing that 'racism has no place anywhere'. Furthermore, the Ministry of Equality has requested a formal investigation into the chants as potential hate crimes.
Several politicians from the Spanish Government, such as the Minister of the Presidency, Justice and Relations with the Cortes, Félix Bolaños, and the Minister of Transport, Óscar Puente, have expressed their indignation, attributing the events to the far-right. Other political figures such as Gabriel Rufián (ERC), Irene Montero (Podemos), Ignacio Garriga (Vox), and Antonio Maíllo (Por Andalucía) have also voiced their opinions on the incident.
The Union of Islamic Communities of Catalonia (UCIDCAT) has expressed its indignation and called for sanctions and preventive measures, while also appealing for calm and responsibility within the Muslim community to avoid confrontations. Organizations such as the SOS Racismo Federation and ACCEM have deplored the events, while the Network of Christian Entities has condemned what happened, highlighting political responsibility and the direct impact of political statements on the social climate.
