UEFA has imposed one-game bans on Spanish footballers Rodri and Álvaro Morata for chanting “Gibraltar is Spanish” during post-Euro 2024 victory celebrations. The players made the provocative remarks in Madrid’s Plaza de Cibeles, prompting a complaint from the Gibraltar Football Association.
UEFA’s disciplinary body cited violations of conduct principles and the use of sporting events for non-sporting expressions. The bans will apply to Spain’s upcoming Nations League match against Serbia. The Gibraltar FA welcomed the decision, emphasizing that football should promote peace and respect.