Mexico fans were chanting an anti-gay homophobic slur that is often used during goal kicks by opposing goalkeepers. In recent reports, it was heard during Mexico’s match against Czechia at the World Cup, and it has drawn repeated FIFA sanctions over the years.

What it means

The chant is a Spanish slang term that, in a soccer context, is widely recognized as a derogatory slur aimed at gay men. It has been controversial for years because some fans treat it as a stadium chant, while governing bodies classify it as discriminatory abuse.

Recent context

Coverage from June 2026 says the chant was heard again during Mexico’s group- stage match, which renewed criticism and could trigger FIFA discipline. Reports also note that Mexico’s federation has spent years trying to stop it, including fines and anti-discrimination campaigns.

Why it matters

  • It is not just a “cheer”; it is treated as hate speech in soccer settings.
  • FIFA has repeatedly fined Mexico’s federation over it.
  • The chant tends to happen when an opposing goalkeeper takes a goal kick.

TL;DR: Mexico fans were chanting a homophobic slur, not a harmless slogan, and it has again put the team and federation under scrutiny.