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Racism Allegation Pauses LaLiga Match as Teams Draw 2-2

3/2/2026

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In a LaLiga match on March 1, 2026, Espanyol and Elche drew 2-2 after a racism allegation paused play in the 80th minute.
Omar El Hilali (Espanyol defender) accused Rafa Mir (Elche forward) of a derogatory comment related to immigrants.
The referee activated the anti-racism protocol and paused for three minutes.
El Hilali reported the incident, but officials did not hear the remarks, and Competition Committee review may follow.

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In a LaLiga match on March 1, 2026, Espanyol and Elche drew 2-2 after a racism allegation paused play in the 80th minute.
Omar El Hilali (Espanyol defender) accused Rafa Mir (Elche forward) of a derogatory comment related to immigrants.
The referee activated the anti-racism protocol and paused for three minutes.
El Hilali reported the incident, but officials did not hear the remarks, and Competition Committee review may follow.