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Why do Spain’s football team not sing their national anthem?

During the World Cup, and many other sporting occasions, it is customary to play the national ant...

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14.18 3 Jul 2026


Why do Spain’s football team not sing their national anthem?


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14.18 3 Jul 2026


During the World Cup, and many other sporting occasions, it is customary to play the national anthem of the country playing - and it seems that some countries have their own strange tradition around their anthem…

Joining Seán to discuss is Daniel Hussey, Freelance Sports Journalist.


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