Mexican Fans Clash Over Controversial Chant During Soccer Match

Tensions ran high in the stands of Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego during the Mexican national team's match against El Salvador, as some fans against the "eh, puto" chant confronted those who continued to shout the controversial slogan.

The Non Violence Project, an organization dedicated to helping initiatives aimed at eradicating the expression considered homophobic, reported that security was heightened in the stadium after some fans started a skirmish.

Fans against the chant attempt to stop others from shouting. Tensions rise in the stands. The number of police officers increases.

- Non Violence (@NVPMexico) July 10, 2017

Towards the end of the first half, most of the Tri fans present in the stadium shouted "eh, puto" when goalkeeper Benji Villalobos made his first goal kick.