Despite the message to avoid any kind of discrimination
At the start of the Mexico vs New Zealand match, the captains of both teams sent a message to avoid any kind of discrimination, referring to the controversial chant "ehh, puto". They also highlighted the campaign 'Embraced by football'. However, the fans present at Nissan Stadium continued to shout the controversial chant every time goalkeeper Stefan Marinovic made a clearance.
"Good afternoon, together with my teammates from the Mexican national team, we declare ourselves against any form of discrimination, homophobia, sexism, or racism. We ask that you, the fans, also join us in showing the true values of football: inclusion, diversity, equality, and respect for everyone, on and off the field. Join us. Together we are more. Embraced by Football," said Giovani dos Santos.
This is the first time that the Mexican National Team plays a match in Nashville, and yet, the fans shouted loudly what FIFA has been trying to avoid.