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Three Fans Jailed for Mankinis at UEFA Match

1/22/2026

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  • Three Club Brugge supporters were jailed for five days in Kazakhstan after wearing 'mankinis' during a UEFA Champions League match against Kairat Almaty.
  • The swimwear, popularized by the film 'Borat,' was deemed disrespectful by authorities.
  • The trio was arrested at the Astana Arena for disturbing public order, with police citing drunkenness.
  • Over 500 Club Brugge fans traveled 6,000 kilometers to attend.
  • Belgium's Ministry of Foreign Affairs is providing consular support and has not disclosed further details.