Spain fans shout crass insults at Barcelona star Gavi as players celebrate Nations League win
Barcelona star Gavi was subjected to chants of ‘puta Barca’ during Spain’s Nations League celebrations.
The 18-year-old played a leading role in helping Spain overcome Croatia on penalties in Sunday’s final.
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Spain ran out 5-4 winners on spot kicks in Rotterdam after both side’s failed to find the target over 120 minutes.
The victory marked Spain’s first trophy since Euro 2012 and La Roya returned to Madrid to celebrate the success with a parade on Monday.
After a disappointing World Cup that saw Spain dumped out at the round-of-16 stage by Morocco, the future looks bright under new boss Luis De La Fuente as they look to build on their Nations League success with Euro 2024 qualification.
But all did not go to plan for Gavi as some fans were unable to put club allegiances aside.
As he took to the stage he was immediately greeted with chants of ‘puta Barca’ translated to ‘Barca whore.’
Gavi paused to think about how best to approach the difficult atmosphere and despite his tender age, shrugged off the insults with class.
He began by thanking the fans for their support over the two games and finished with ‘Viva Espana’ – long live Spain.
But it was a different scenario entirely for new Real Madrid striker Joselu who was given a huge ovation by the fans in attendance.
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The former Stoke and Newcastle star was serenaded with chants of ‘Ballon d’Or’ as he gave his first words as a Real Madrid player.
Meanwhile, midfielder Fabian Ruiz told fans he was having a good time but not as good as Jack Grealish in the wake of Manchester City’s Treble-winning celebrations.
"I tried to beat Grealish… Without sleeping… But well, it's impossible",” the PSG star joked with supporters.
Grealish told talkSPORT last season was one of the most enjoyable of his life and there was no way he wasn't going to celebrate.
“The second half of the season, I played a big part in something that will go down in Man City history.
“Last weekend was the best weekend I’ve ever had. I’m still trying to come to terms with it. I’ve been on such a high the last week.
“I feel good. I trained on Wednesday and Thursday, and felt alright. Obviously, Saturday and Sunday, I felt good.”
