Three detained over racist insults aimed at Vinicius Jr, four for effigy in Madrid: Spanish police
1 year, 7 months ago

Three detained over racist insults aimed at Vinicius Jr, four for effigy in Madrid: Spanish police

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Vinicius Jr was targeted by a Valencia supporter during a 1-0 defeat at Mestalla on Sunday and was later sent off. Spanish police arrested Tuesday three youths suspected of hurling racist insults at Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior during a weekend match, sparking an international outcry. “Police arrested today three young people in Valencia for the racist behaviour that occurred Sunday in the match between Valencia and Real Madrid,” Spain’s National Police said in a statement. Earlier on Tuesday police said they had arrested Tuesday four men suspected of hanging a dummy of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior from a bridge in Madrid in January. The dummy wearing Vinicius Junior’s jersey was hung by the neck from a highway bridge near Real Madrid’s training ground on 26 January ahead of the club’s match against Atletico Madrid.

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La Liga 2024-25: Fans accused of racism during El Clasico set to be banned from stadiums for a year
3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Fans accused of racism during El Clasico set to be banned from stadiums for a year

The Hindu  

Four fans accused of racially insulting forward Lamine Yamal and other Barcelona players during last month’s league ‘El Clasico’ at Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu Stadium are set to be banned from Spanish stadiums for a year. The Spanish soccer federation’s anti-violence committee on Monday proposed handing the bans — and fines of up to 5,000 euros each — to four …

La Liga: Minor who racially abused Vinicius Jr fined and banned from stadium for one year
3 weeks, 2 days ago

La Liga: Minor who racially abused Vinicius Jr fined and banned from stadium for one year

The Hindu  

A minor who racially abused Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr during a Spanish league game against Rayo Vallecano last season has been handed a one-year stadium ban and has also been fined, the club said on Friday. The La Liga champion added that the minor had admitted his wrongdoing, apologised in a letter and accepted the punishment imposed by the …

La Liga 2024-25: Spanish police arrest three over racist insults at El Clasico match
1 month ago

La Liga 2024-25: Spanish police arrest three over racist insults at El Clasico match

The Hindu  

Three people were arrested for allegedly chanting racist insults at two Barcelona players during an El Clasico match against Real Madrid in October, Spanish police said on Saturday. Spain’s National Police said in a post on social media platform X on Saturday: “Three arrested for uttering racist insults against two football players during the El Clasico match played last October.” …

'I'm a tormentor of racists!' declares Vinicius Jr after three Valencia fans sentenced for racial abuse
6 months, 1 week ago

'I'm a tormentor of racists!' declares Vinicius Jr after three Valencia fans sentenced for racial abuse

New Indian Express  

"I'm a tormentor of racists! ", declared Vinicius Jr after three Valencia fans were handed eight-month prison sentences for racially insulting the Real Madrid forward in what has been reported as the first conviction for racism-related cases in professional soccer in Spain. In a message posted on social media, Vinicius noted thus: "Many asked me to ignore it, many others …

Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish soccer
6 months, 1 week ago

Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish soccer

Associated Press  

MADRID — Three Valencia fans have been handed eight-month prison sentences after pleading guilty to racially insulting Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior in the first conviction for racism-related cases in professional soccer in Spain. Many saw it as a turning point in the fight against racism in Spanish soccer, although Vinícius continued to be subjected to racist abuse several months …

Valencia fans sentenced to prison for racist abuse of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr
6 months, 1 week ago

Valencia fans sentenced to prison for racist abuse of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Three fans who racially abused Real Madrid forward …

La Liga: Valencia fans convicted for racist abuse against Vinicius Jr
6 months, 1 week ago

La Liga: Valencia fans convicted for racist abuse against Vinicius Jr

The Hindu  

Three Valencia football fans were sentenced to eight months in prison on Monday for hate crimes against Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr, the first conviction for racist insults in a football stadium in Spain, La Liga announced. “This ruling is great news for the fight against racism in Spain as it repairs the damage suffered by Vinicius Jr and sends …

Racist taunts against soccer star Vinícius Júnior land men 8 months in Spanish prison
6 months, 1 week ago

Racist taunts against soccer star Vinícius Júnior land men 8 months in Spanish prison

NPR  

Racist taunts against soccer star Vinícius Júnior land men 8 months in Spanish prison toggle caption David Ramos/Getty Images/Getty Images Europe An infamous racist incident targeting a Black athlete in Spain last spring has resulted in prison time, in what La Liga, the country’s famous soccer league, says is a first. A Spanish court sentenced three men to eight months …

Vinicius: Racism reducing my desire to play
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius: Racism reducing my desire to play

China Daily  

MADRID — Brazil winger Vinicius Junior said his desire to play soccer was reducing as incidents of racial abuse aimed at him piled up in Spain, during a tearful media appearance on Monday. "I am sure that Spain is not a racist country but there are many racists here and many of them are in the stadiums," said Vinicius. Real …

Vinicius Jr. breaks down while talking about racist abuse: 'Racism reducing my desire to play football'
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Jr. breaks down while talking about racist abuse: 'Racism reducing my desire to play football'

Firstpost  

Vinicius’ Brazil will face Spain at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid on Tuesday under the slogan “One Skin” to help combat racism Brazil forward Vinicius Junior cries while talking about the racist abuse he's suffered in Spain. AFP Vinicius Jr. said his desire to play football was reducing as incidents of racist abuse aimed at him continue to pile …

Brazil’s Vinicius says racist abuse in Spain has taken joy out of football
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Brazil’s Vinicius says racist abuse in Spain has taken joy out of football

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid winger says he ‘will stay because that way the racists can continue to see my face more and more’. Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr broke down in tears and said he was struggling to stay motivated and enjoy playing football due to the recurring racist abuse he is subjected to in Spain. During an emotional news conference ahead of …

Vinicius Jnr breaks down in tears during press conference when asked about racism - with Brazil and Real Madrid star a frequent target for abuse in Spain
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Vinicius Jnr breaks down in tears during press conference when asked about racism - with Brazil and Real Madrid star a frequent target for abuse in Spain

Daily Mail  

He was as recently as last month targeted, seemingly by young fans, in Morocco Brazil forward Vinicius Junior broke down in tears as he was asked about the racist abuse he has suffered in Spain. The Madrid star was asked why he thought he was singled out for racist abuse and he said: ‘It’s something very sad that happens in …

Vinícius breaks down while talking about racism, says he’s losing desire to play because of insults
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Vinícius breaks down while talking about racism, says he’s losing desire to play because of insults

Associated Press  

MADRID — Vinícius Júnior broke down in tears on Monday while talking about the racist insults that he has been subjected to in Spain, saying that he is losing his desire to keep playing because of what he has been going through. I’ve made so many official complaints but no one is ever punished.” The Spain-Brazil game is taking place …

Vinícius still a target for racial abuse ahead of Spain’s ‘One Skin’ game against Brazil
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Vinícius still a target for racial abuse ahead of Spain’s ‘One Skin’ game against Brazil

The Hindu  

Vinicius Junior clenched his right fist and raised it high above his head after scoring at Mestalla Stadium, posing for a moment to make sure everyone noticed. Vinícius retweeted a video that showed a few Atletico fans jumping and chanting “Vinícius chimpanzee,” and a day earlier some Barcelona fans allegedly chanted “Die, Vinícius.” “I hope you have already thought about …

Vinícius still a target for racial abuse ahead of Spain’s ‘One Skin’ game against Brazil
8 months, 4 weeks ago

Vinícius still a target for racial abuse ahead of Spain’s ‘One Skin’ game against Brazil

Associated Press  

MADRID — Vinícius Júnior clenched his right fist and raised it high above his head after scoring at Mestalla Stadium, posing for a moment to make sure everyone noticed. Vinícius retweeted a video that showed a few Atletico fans jumping and chanting “Vinícius chimpanzee,” and a day earlier some Barcelona fans allegedly chanted “Die, Vinícius.” “I hope you have already …

Real Madrid files complaint against referee not reporting abuse against Vinicius Jr
9 months ago

Real Madrid files complaint against referee not reporting abuse against Vinicius Jr

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid have filed a complaint against the referee who handled their game at Osasuna on Saturday for not including alleged racist insults aimed at their forward Vinicius Jr in his match report, the club said in a statement on Monday. The 23-year-old Brazil international, who scored twice as La Liga leaders Real won 4-2 at the El Sadar Stadium, …

Real Madrid Releases Official Statement In Concern With Racism Against Vinicius Jr
9 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid Releases Official Statement In Concern With Racism Against Vinicius Jr

ABP News  

La Liga giants Real Madrid have released an official statement on Friday, March 15, which is in concern with the ongoing racism and discrimination against star forward Vinicius Jr. Racism against the Brazilian is not a new case and has long been presisting ever since his arrival in the country. “Real Madrid C. F. has filed a complaint with the …

Real Madrid ask Spanish prosecutors to investigate latest racist chants targeting Vinícius
9 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid ask Spanish prosecutors to investigate latest racist chants targeting Vinícius

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid has filed a complaint with Spanish state prosecutors asking them to investigate the reported racist chants aimed at forward Vinícius Júnior outside the stadiums of Atletico Madrid and Barcelona before Champions League games this week. Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the Champions League round of 16 second leg soccer match between …

LaLiga to report ‘deplorable’ racist Vinicius Jr chants to legal authorities
9 months, 1 week ago

LaLiga to report ‘deplorable’ racist Vinicius Jr chants to legal authorities

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy LaLiga will report the “deplorable racist chants” aimed …

Spanish league to report ‘lamentable racist chants’ aimed at Vinícius. He calls for punishment
9 months, 1 week ago

Spanish league to report ‘lamentable racist chants’ aimed at Vinícius. He calls for punishment

Associated Press  

MADRID — The Spanish league will report what it called “lamentable racist chants” aimed at Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior before Atletico Madrid’s Champions League game. Vinícius on Thursday retweeted a video that showed Atletico fans jumping and chanting “Vinícius chimpanzee” before the team played Inter Milan on Wednesday in the Champions League. The league said it was “deeply committed …

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr is 'racially abused by young fans' while taking part in friendly match with school kids in Morocco
9 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr is 'racially abused by young fans' while taking part in friendly match with school kids in Morocco

Daily Mail  

A video has emerged of Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr being subjected to racial abuse by young fans on a recent visit to Morocco. The Brazilian winger enjoyed a brief getaway in the North African country last month and spent time meeting fans and playing football with youngsters. Vinicius Jr spent time playing football with youngsters during hi strip to …

Atletico Madrid Fan Arrested for Threatening Little Girl Wearing Vinicius Junior Jersey
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Atletico Madrid Fan Arrested for Threatening Little Girl Wearing Vinicius Junior Jersey

News 18  

Spanish police have arrested an Atletico Madrid fan for using racist language and death threats to terrorize an eight-year-old girl who was wearing a shirt of Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior. The child suffered a “strong anxiety attack” due to the racist attack before the game at Atletico’s stadium last Sept. 24, Spain’s National Police said on Thursday. The police …

Prosecutors seek 4-year prison terms for people accused of hanging effigy of Vinícius off bridge
1 year ago

Prosecutors seek 4-year prison terms for people accused of hanging effigy of Vinícius off bridge

Associated Press  

MADRID — Prosecutors are seeking four-year prison sentences for the four people accused of hanging an effigy of Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior off a highway bridge in the beginning of the year, Madrid’s prosecutors’ office said Tuesday. Along with it was a banner with the words “Madrid hates Real.” The perpetrators used a black figure with Vinícius’ name on …

Alleged racial abuse of Vinicius probed
1 year, 1 month ago

Alleged racial abuse of Vinicius probed

China Daily  

Barcelona said it would investigate alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior in its 2-1 Clasico defeat by Real Madrid on Saturday. A video published by Spanish media outlets appeared to show a home supporter calling the Brazilian winger a "monkey", while an object that looks like a banana skin also appears to be thrown from elsewhere. Vinicius, jeered by fans …

LaLiga: Barcelona to investigate alleged racial abuse of Vinicius in Clasico
1 year, 1 month ago

LaLiga: Barcelona to investigate alleged racial abuse of Vinicius in Clasico

Firstpost  

Vinicius has been the victim of racist abuse on multiple other occasions during his time in Spain, although often no action has been taken by the law Barcelona said they would investigate alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior in their 2-1 Clasico defeat by Real Madrid on Saturday. A video published by Spanish media outlets appeared to show a home …

Barcelona to investigate alleged racial abuse of Vinicius in Clasico
1 year, 1 month ago

Barcelona to investigate alleged racial abuse of Vinicius in Clasico

The Hindu  

Barcelona said it would investigate the alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior in its 2-1 Clasico defeat by Real Madrid on Saturday. A video published by Spanish media outlets appeared to show a home supporter calling the Brazilian winger a “monkey”, while an object that looks like a banana skin also appears to be thrown from elsewhere. “FC Barcelona will …

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behaviour’ at Real Madrid game
1 year, 2 months ago

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behaviour’ at Real Madrid game

The Hindu  

Sevilla ejected a fan from its Spanish league match against Real Madrid and filed a complaint with police after the spectator allegedly displayed “xenophobic and racist behaviour,” with Vinícius Júnior once again the target. RELATED | Real Madrid held to draw by battling Sevilla Vinícius, who has regularly faced racist abuse from rival fans, said it was “another sad episode …

Valencia condemns Vinicius Junior’s court statement alleging entire stadium racially insulted him
1 year, 2 months ago

Valencia condemns Vinicius Junior’s court statement alleging entire stadium racially insulted him

The Hindu  

Valencia strongly condemned Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior on Thursday for allegedly saying in court that all of its fans racially abused him during a game last season. “In the wake of the information published regarding the alleged statement made in court by the footballer Vinícius Júnior claiming that the entire Mestalla Stadium had uttered racist insults at the match …

Rio government names anti-racism law after Vinicius Jr
1 year, 5 months ago

Rio government names anti-racism law after Vinicius Jr

The Hindu  

The Rio de Janeiro government named an anti-racism law after Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr on Wednesday which will see sporting events stopped or suspended in the event of racist conduct. READ: Di Maria joins Benfica as a free agent for second stint The ‘Vini Jr law’, unanimously approved by the Rio government in June, includes protocol on how to …

Spain, Brazil to play anti-racism friendly in Madrid after Vinicius Junior abuse
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain, Brazil to play anti-racism friendly in Madrid after Vinicius Junior abuse

Firstpost  

Madrid: The Spanish and Brazilian football federations presented their plan on Tuesday for a friendly match at the Santiago Bernabeu in March 2024 to combat racism, after global outrage at the abuse of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior. Spanish federation president Luis Rubiales and his Brazilian counterpart Ednaldo Rodrigues revealed their plans for the game at Madrid’s stadium, alongside Spain internationals …

Seven punished by Spanish government for racist insults against Vinicius
1 year, 6 months ago

Seven punished by Spanish government for racist insults against Vinicius

The Hindu  

Seven people involved in different racist attacks against Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr have been punished by Spain’s State Commission against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sport, the country’s Sports Commission said on Monday. Four men were fined 60,001 euros and banned from sports venues for two years after hanging a banner reading “Madrid hates Real” and an inflatable …

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer
1 year, 6 months ago

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Hanging from a highway bridge in Madrid, an …

Spain takes action against racism after Vinícius case but punishing fans remains a challenge
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain takes action against racism after Vinícius case but punishing fans remains a challenge

Associated Press  

MADRID — The attention brought by the latest case of abuse against Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has taken Spain to what could be a turning point in the fight against racism in soccer. “What is it going to take to criminalize these people?” Vinícius said this week in one of his many posts on Twitter criticizing the lack of …

Valencia Punishment for Vinicius Jr Racist Abuse Reduced
1 year, 6 months ago

Valencia Punishment for Vinicius Jr Racist Abuse Reduced

News 18  

Valencia’s punishment for their fans’ racist abuse of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior was reduced on Friday after the La Liga side appealed against it. The Spanish side must close the south stand of their Mestalla stadium for three home matches instead of the five-game ban initially set by the Spanish football federation’s Competition Committee on Wednesday. Three Valencia fans …

Spain takes action against racism after Vinícius case but punishing fans remains a challenge
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain takes action against racism after Vinícius case but punishing fans remains a challenge

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “What is it going to take to criminalize these …

Vinicius Junior and racism in Spanish football: Why is it so bad? Is there hope for change?
1 year, 6 months ago

Vinicius Junior and racism in Spanish football: Why is it so bad? Is there hope for change?

New York Times  

We are now five days on from the shocking events of Sunday, when Vinicius Junior was racially abused by Valencia fans. After the match on Sunday — during which he confronted Valencia fans — Vinicius Jr posted on social media: “The championship that once belonged to Ronaldinho, Ronaldo, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, today belongs to racists.” Since then, there …

4 people accused of hanging Vinícius Júnior effigy released from custody
1 year, 6 months ago

4 people accused of hanging Vinícius Júnior effigy released from custody

Associated Press  

MADRID — Four people accused of hanging an effigy of Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior off a highway bridge were released from custody Thursday while still under investigation for perpetrating a hate crime. Also Thursday, Spanish league president Javier Tebas said the league could end racism in six months if given more sanctioning powers, and Valencia player Mouctar Diakhaby refused …

Vinicius Jr abused again; reduced to tears in Real Madrid vs Valencia - Is the La Liga doing enough?
1 year, 6 months ago

Vinicius Jr abused again; reduced to tears in Real Madrid vs Valencia - Is the La Liga doing enough?

The Hindu  

Valencia snatched a crucial 1-0 win over Real Madrid to boost their La Liga survival hopes on Sunday but the victory was tarnished by an ugly incident involving apparent racism aimed at Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior. “I don’t want to talk about football, I want to talk about what happened here, it is more important,” Real Madrid coach Carlo …

4 people accused of hanging Vinícius Júnior effigy released from custody
1 year, 6 months ago

4 people accused of hanging Vinícius Júnior effigy released from custody

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Four people accused of hanging an effigy of …

La Liga: Four detained for alleged hate crime against Vinicius freed on bail
1 year, 6 months ago

La Liga: Four detained for alleged hate crime against Vinicius freed on bail

The Hindu  

Four men detained in Spain earlier this week over a suspected hate crime in the hanging of a black effigy of Brazilian football star Vinicius Jr from a bridge have been released on bail, a Madrid court said on Thursday. The men, who are also being investigated for an offence against Vinicius’ moral integrity, have been banned from approaching and …

Real Madrid supports Vinicius Jr. after racist abuse global outrage continues
1 year, 6 months ago

Real Madrid supports Vinicius Jr. after racist abuse global outrage continues

Firstpost  

Vinicius Junior’s Real Madrid team-mates showed him support after he was racially abused by wearing his number 20 shirt before their La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano on Wednesday. 20 shirt ❤️ pic.twitter.com/F1xapXF2HL — ESPN FC May 24, 2023 After 20 minutes supporters around the stadium chanted “Vini, Vini” and applauded, with Vinicius standing up and applauding them back, returning …

La Liga chief Tebas apologises for rant about Vinicius’s racism complaint
1 year, 6 months ago

La Liga chief Tebas apologises for rant about Vinicius’s racism complaint

The Hindu  

La Liga President Javier Tebas apologised on Wednesday for his online rant at Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr after the Brazilian took to social media to complain about racist insults he suffered during a match and the Spanish league’s inaction. “Well, it seems that the result has not been very good, right?,” Tebas told Reuters in an interview, referring to …

Real Madrid players and fans honor Vinícius Júnior after Brazilian was racially abused
1 year, 6 months ago

Real Madrid players and fans honor Vinícius Júnior after Brazilian was racially abused

Associated Press  

MADRID — With Vinícius Júnior watching from the stands, Rodrygo scored the winning goal and raised his fist in solidarity with his Real Madrid and Brazil teammate. It was one of the many tributes to Vinícius in Madrid’s first game since the latest case of racial abuse against the player, who considered leaving the field Sunday after being insulted by …

Gareth Southgate hopes racist abuse suffered by Vinicius Jr forces change
1 year, 6 months ago

Gareth Southgate hopes racist abuse suffered by Vinicius Jr forces change

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Hopefully it is a story that doesn’t just disappear in 24-48 hours …

Valencia to appeal ‘unfair’ stadium sanction for racist abuse of Vinicius Jr and demand ‘respect’ for fans
1 year, 6 months ago

Valencia to appeal ‘unfair’ stadium sanction for racist abuse of Vinicius Jr and demand ‘respect’ for fans

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Valencia will appeal against their five-game partial stadium …

Valencia stadium partially shut after racist chants at Vinicius Jr
1 year, 6 months ago

Valencia stadium partially shut after racist chants at Vinicius Jr

The Independent  

Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Vinicius threatened to leave the pitch in the second half of Real …

Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain
1 year, 6 months ago

Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain

Associated Press  

MADRID — Repeated racist insults against Brazilian soccer star Vinícius Júnior have unleashed a heated debate in Spain about tolerance for racism in a society that is becoming rapidly more diverse on and off the field. “Racism is normal in LaLiga,” Vinícius said of the top league in Spanish soccer on Instagram and Twitter after he was targeted with monkey …

Vinicius has red card overturned after suffering racial abuse; Valencia stand closed, club fined
1 year, 6 months ago

Vinicius has red card overturned after suffering racial abuse; Valencia stand closed, club fined

Firstpost  

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior has been freed from suspension Tuesday after his red card against Valencia, in a match during which he suffered racist abuse from home supporters at their Mestalla stadium. The Spanish football federation’s Competition Committee said they accept for hitting Valencia’s Hugo Duro on Sunday after reviewing the video footage. The committee also ordered the closure …

Valencia hit with five-match partial stand closure after Vinicius Jr racist abuse
1 year, 6 months ago

Valencia hit with five-match partial stand closure after Vinicius Jr racist abuse

The Hindu  

Valencia’s south stand will be partially closed for five matches and the club fined 45,000 euros after the racist abuse suffered by Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr in Sunday’s La Liga game, the Spanish Football Federation said on Tuesday. Seven people were detained by Spanish police earlier on Tuesday, accused of different hate crimes against Vinicius Jr, including racist slurs allegedly …

Spain arrests seven after racist incidents targeting Vinicius Jr
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain arrests seven after racist incidents targeting Vinicius Jr

The Hindu  

Police detained seven men on Tuesday over separate alleged racist incidents against the football player Vinicius Jr as La Liga urged changes to Spanish law that would enable it to take steps to curb racism in stadiums. The arrests come a day after football federation chief Luis Rubiales said Spanish soccer has a racism problem, following a race-crime complaint lodged …

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