Barcelona Cancel Spain World Cup Tribute After Catalan Flag Incident
Barcelona have suspended a planned tribute to the club’s Spanish World Cup-winning players after an alleged police incident involving a supporter carrying an Estelada flag outside Elche’s stadium. President Joan Laporta said the club had informed the Spanish Football Federation that the ceremony was no longer appropriate amid renewed tensions over Catalan independence. He also called for action against the officers involved. Instead of the planned tribute during Thursday’s match against Athletic Club, Barcelona intend to stage a show of support for the Estelada. Pro-independence groups are expected to distribute flags to fans outside the stadium. The decision means several Barcelona players from Spain’s victorious World Cup squad will not receive the planned home celebration.
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