FIFA opens case as Mexican FA asks fans to stop homophobic chant

FIFA has opened a disciplinary case against Mexico after fans used a homophobic chant in their World Cup win over Germany, the ruling body said on Monday.
An anti-discrimination observer contributed to a report from match delegates which was sent to FIFA, who could now levy a fine.
Mexico's own football federation has urged Mexican fans in Russia to stop the chant. Shouts of "Puto" were heard during Mexico's 1-0 victory over Joachim Loew's world champions on Sunday in Moscow.
The term is a homophobic insult in Mexican Spanish and is aimed at opposition players. "Prevent Russia from taking away your Fan ID or arresting you," the Mexican federation said on Twitter.
"Think about the fact that you are a representative of the best fans in the world." Supporters in Russia must have a Fan ID to access matches and it is used instead of a visa. FIFA already warned Mexico about the issue during last year's Confederations Cup, also in Russia.