The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) may face an investigation by FIFA after reports surfaced about the return of a homophobic chant during Mexico’s matches at the 2026 World Cup. These reports were submitted by Fare Network, an international organization that monitors discrimination in football and works alongside FIFA to deploy anti-discrimination observers at every game.

Piara Powar, Fare Network’s executive director, confirmed to the U.S. outlet POLITICO that the organization filed several reports related to Mexico’s games. The chant was notably heard at the Estadio Ciudad de México during Mexico’s matches against the Czech Republic, Ecuador, and England. Despite the chant occurring during opposing goalkeepers’ clearances, referees did not activate the official protocol to suspend the matches at the time.

Powar emphasized that this behavior is not fixed and can change for the better, especially since the FMF has already been fined for similar incidents. Fare Network classifies the chant as a homophobic insult in its international guidelines.

The FMF has a well-documented history of disciplinary actions linked to this chant, including multiple financial penalties. In May, FIFA sanctioned the FMF by requiring it to close part of the stands during a friendly match against Ghana in Puebla as a direct consequence of these issues.

As of now, no official decision has been announced regarding further sanctions against the FMF. The ongoing scrutiny highlights the challenges Mexican football faces in addressing discrimination, underscoring the need for stronger enforcement and cultural change within the sport.