After San Diego FC's inaugural home match, coach Mikey Varas and sporting director Tyler Heaps expressed disappointment over a homophobic chant heard during the game. Despite being warned multiple times, a large group among the 34,506 fans chanted derogatory terms usually associated with Mexican soccer. Varas stressed that such behavior does not align with the club's values of community and diversity, emphasizing the need for acceptance and support among fans. He clarified that the main supporter group, La Frontera, was not responsible for the chant, indicating a broader issue within the fanbase.
The chant that was heard tonight is unacceptable. It's outside of our value system. It doesn't represent the players, myself or the club, and it certainly doesn't represent San Diego or Baja California.
This came from more the general population in the seats, and it wasn't everybody... but it was enough people, and I just want to make very clear that it has no place here.
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