Barcelona cancels World Cup champions celebration
Barcelona Club has decided to cancel the honoring of its players who won the 2026 World Cup during their match against Athletic Bilbao, due to an incident involving the arrest of a fan who was waving an "Estelada" flag, a symbol of Catalonia's independence. The club had planned a ceremony to recognize eight players, but withdrew from it after police confiscated the "Estelada" flag from a supporter in a previous match, leading to a confrontation that resulted in his arrest. Nevertheless, events supporting the "Estelada" are expected to take place inside the stadium, with around 10,000 flags being distributed to the fans, reflecting the ongoing political dimension in the stands despite efforts to separate sports from regional politics.
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