Mexico federation loses appeal against Fifa fines for fans’ homophobic chant

​ Fifa doled out heavy fines for repeated violationsMexico has campaigned to eradicate the chantWorld Cup opener features Mexico at the AztecaSign up for the World Behind The Cup newsletterThe Mexican soccer federation on Tuesday lost its latest appeal against Fifa punishments for fans chanting an anti-gay slur at opponents’ players.The latest ruling from the court of arbitration for sport (Cas) in a series of Mexico v Fifa appeal cases over more than 10 years comes as Mexico prepare to host South Africa in the World Cup opener on 11 June at Azteca Stadium, a venue where the chant is often heard. Continue reading… Read More