Spanish acknowledge they have a racism problem after more abuse of Vinícius Júnior
Associated PressMADRID — One after another, the racial insults kept coming. Not to punish is to be an accomplice.” The president of Spain’s soccer federation acknowledged they have a racism problem after yet another case of abuse against the Real Madrid forward. “I’m curious to see what happens,” said Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti, who on Sunday considered taking Vinícius out of the game after he was insulted. It’s the right time.” Vinícius, who is Black and has been subjected to repeated racist abuse since he arrived from Brazil five years ago, said after the match that the Spanish league “now belongs to racists” and Spain “is seen as a racist country.” The Spanish government and soccer officials condemned the insults against Vinícius but were quick to point out they didn’t agree with the player’s generalization about Spain or its people being racist. “We are with you and we support you.” Former Brazil and Real Madrid striker Ronaldo said, “Another case of racism against Vinícius in the Spanish league.