Vinicius Jnr blasts LaLiga president Javier Tebas after red card having reacted to racist abuse
1 year, 10 months ago

Vinicius Jnr blasts LaLiga president Javier Tebas after red card having reacted to racist abuse

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr has slammed LaLiga president Javier Tebas for his failure to deal with racism in the Spanish top flight after he was sent off for reacting to abuse during his side's 1-0 defeat by Valencia on Sunday. Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr slammed LaLiga president Javier Tebas for his failure to deal with racism after being subjected to alleged abuse against Valencia on Sunday Vinicius took to social media after the game to declare 'I will go to the end against racists' But LaLiga president Tebas hit back at him and urged him to 'inform himself properly' The Madrid winger then blasted Tebas in a stinging response, insisting the time for words was over as he demanded that action be taken Warning: Offensive language in the videos below Valencia fans singing "Vinicius you are a monkey" during Real Madrid's arrival to the stadium.pic.twitter.com/D96v05sHjP — Lucas Navarrete May 21, 2023 Valencia fans chanting “Mono” towards Vinicius. There was a melee during added time and Vinicius Jnr struck an opponent in the face He was shown a red card despite appearing to be put in a headlock by his opponent Vinicius Jnr was visibly upset as he left the pitch after being subjected to racist abuse again 'As much as you talk and pretend not to read, the image of your championship is shaken. Brazilian icon Ronaldo was one of several former players to leap to the defence of Vinicius Jnr Rio Ferdinand also called for the forward to be protected and urged players to stand together 'How many times do we need to see this young man subjected to this s***?

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‘Next, next, next’: Pep Guardiola refuses to respond to La Liga’s legal complaint
3 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Next, next, next’: Pep Guardiola refuses to respond to La Liga’s legal complaint

The Independent  

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Real Madrid win at Real Sociedad as Vinicius Junior faces racial abuse again
1 month ago

Real Madrid win at Real Sociedad as Vinicius Junior faces racial abuse again

Firstpost  

Real Madrid secured a hard-fought victory against Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey semi-final first leg, but the match was marred by yet another instance of racial abuse directed at Vinicius Junior. Image: Reuters Endrick’s well-taken strike earned Real Madrid a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad in a tight Copa del Rey semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday. Vinicius racially …

Real Madrid win marred by more racism directed towards Vinicius Junior
1 month ago

Real Madrid win marred by more racism directed towards Vinicius Junior

Al Jazeera  

Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 1-0 in their Copa del Rey semifinal first-leg tie, but match marred by racist abuse. Real Madrid secured a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad in a Copa del Rey semifinal first-leg clash marred by further racist abuse of Brazilian international Vinicius Junior. However, there was controversy just before half-time when the match was paused because …

La Liga president slams Real Madrid for complaints about referees
1 month, 3 weeks ago

La Liga president slams Real Madrid for complaints about referees

The Hindu  

Spanish league president Javier Tebas lashed out at Real Madrid on Thursday, saying the club leadership has “lost its mind” for accusing Spain’s referees of being biased against the defending champion. Madrid said in its four-page letter that the performance of the VAR and the officiating crew was “scandalous.” The club said the refereeing in the Espanyol game represented the …

La Liga president slams Real Madrid for complaints about referees
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

La Liga president slams Real Madrid for complaints about referees

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Spanish league president Javier Tebas lashed out at Real Madrid on Thursday, saying the club leadership has “lost its mind” for accusing Spain’s referees of being biased against the defending champion. Madrid said in its four-page letter that the performance of the VAR and the officiating crew was “scandalous.” The club said the refereeing in the Espanyol …

La Liga 2024-25: Lacklustre Barcelona held to 1-1 draw by Getafe; Balde alleges racist insults
2 months, 1 week ago

La Liga 2024-25: Lacklustre Barcelona held to 1-1 draw by Getafe; Balde alleges racist insults

The Hindu  

Barcelona was held to a 1-1 draw at lowly Getafe on Saturday as Mauro Arambarri’s strike cancelled out Jules Kounde’s opener to extend the visitor’s winless run in LaLiga 2024-25 to four matches. Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde denounces racist insults Barcelona left back Alejandro Balde said he was targeted by racist insults from fans during the game against Getafe. “I …

La Liga 2024-25: Fans accused of racism during El Clasico set to be banned from stadiums for a year
3 months, 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 months, 4 weeks 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
4 months 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.” …

Vinicius Junior offers ‘support’ response to Lamine Yamal after racist abuse in El Clasico
5 months ago

Vinicius Junior offers ‘support’ response to Lamine Yamal after racist abuse in El Clasico

The Independent  

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Vinicius Junior offers support to Barcelona players after alleged racist abuse
5 months ago

Vinicius Junior offers support to Barcelona players after alleged racist abuse

The Independent  

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Getafe president dismisses own player’s racism allegations: ‘He doesn’t understand’
6 months ago

Getafe president dismisses own player’s racism allegations: ‘He doesn’t understand’

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. Let’s hope that the committees or whoever corresponds understands it.” Uche represented …

Madrid mayor tells Vinicius Jr to apologise for comments on Spanish racism
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Madrid mayor tells Vinicius Jr to apologise for comments on Spanish racism

The Independent  

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Vinícius Jr. tells CNN that he and Real Madrid teammates would walk off the pitch in reaction to racist abuse
7 months ago

Vinícius Jr. tells CNN that he and Real Madrid teammates would walk off the pitch in reaction to racist abuse

CNN  

CNN — Vinícius Jr. breaks down in tears. “Talking about racism is always very difficult because in the last season here in Madrid, it happened to me a lot – and it’s not even close to what normal people suffer in the streets,” he tells CNN Senior Sport Analyst Darren Lewis. “Each day, I have more strength and more wisdom …

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in
8 months, 1 week ago

Argentina vice president defends Enzo Fernandez in racism row as Fifa weigh in

The Independent  

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Enzo Fernandez 'apologises to his Chelsea team-mates' after being accused of 'uninhibited racism' by Blues colleague Wesley Fofana and unfollowed by two others following vile Argentina chant
8 months, 1 week ago

Enzo Fernandez 'apologises to his Chelsea team-mates' after being accused of 'uninhibited racism' by Blues colleague Wesley Fofana and unfollowed by two others following vile Argentina chant

Daily Mail  

Enzo Fernandez has reportedly apologised to his Chelsea team-mates after he filmed himself and many of his Argentina team-mates singing a 'racist' chant during celebrations of their Copa America win. Swiftly after the video was posted, Fernandez was accused of 'uninhibited racism' by his French international team-mate Wesley Fofana, with a number of other Blues players then unfollowing Fernandez on …

Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana accuses teammate Enzo Fernandez of ‘uninhibited racism’
8 months, 1 week ago

Chelsea’s Wesley Fofana accuses teammate Enzo Fernandez of ‘uninhibited racism’

The Independent  

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'I'm a tormentor of racists!' declares Vinicius Jr after three Valencia fans sentenced for racial abuse
9 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish soccer
9 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months, 2 weeks ago

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

The Independent  

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La Liga: Valencia fans convicted for racist abuse against Vinicius Jr
9 months, 2 weeks 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
9 months, 2 weeks 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 …

Three Valencia fans handed prison sentences over Vinicius Jr racist abuse
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Three Valencia fans handed prison sentences over Vinicius Jr racist abuse

Al Jazeera  

Spanish court convicts fans for hate crimes against the Real Madrid football player in the first conviction over racist insults. Three Valencia football fans have been sentenced to eight months in prison for hate crimes against Real Madrid player Vinicius Jr, the first conviction for racist insults in a football stadium in Spain, a court announced. “These shouts and gestures …

It hasn’t taken Jude Bellingham long to realize how big a problem racism is in Spanish soccer
11 months, 1 week ago

It hasn’t taken Jude Bellingham long to realize how big a problem racism is in Spanish soccer

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Jude Bellingham spoke Tuesday about the “disgusting” level of racism in Spanish soccer and called for action so that Real Madrid teammate Vinícius Junior isn’t driven out of the sport in the face of persistent abuse. “The people in power need to do more, especially with Vini in the recent weeks — well, years actually,” he said …

Aymeric Laporte mocks Vinicius Jnr's 'I just want to play football' claims after the pair squared up during Spain and Brazil's six-goal thriller
1 year ago

Aymeric Laporte mocks Vinicius Jnr's 'I just want to play football' claims after the pair squared up during Spain and Brazil's six-goal thriller

Daily Mail  

Aymeric Laporte appeared to mock Vinicius Jnr on social media after the pair clashed during Spain's 3-3 friendly against Brazil on Tuesday at the Bernabeu. One fan on X appeared to repost a video of the Brazil forward barging into the back of Laporte, writing 'I just want to play football' with several 'crying face emojis'. Vinicius Jnr and Aymeric …

Vinicius: Racism reducing my desire to play
1 year 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 …

Diseased football world put to shame after Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior breaks down in tears
1 year ago

Diseased football world put to shame after Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior breaks down in tears

Hindustan Times  

Whatever the First World says about racism, however benevolent its stance on racism may be, the fact of the matter is it has not helped much. The kind of racial abuse Brazil and Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has suffered in the last few years manifests that. Vinicius Junior breaks down in tears during a press conference What Vinicius Junior …

Spain not a racist country, says Carvajal ahead of Brazil friendly
1 year ago

Spain not a racist country, says Carvajal ahead of Brazil friendly

The Hindu  

Spain defender Dani Carvajal said Monday his country was not racist ahead of a friendly against Brazil arranged to support the fight against racism. Spain arranged a friendly against Vinicius’ Brazil at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday under the slogan “One Skin” to help combat racism. “I don’t think Spain is a racist country,” Carvajal, a team-mate of Vinicius’ at …

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

Spanish league to denounce fan who touched player’s backside during game
1 year, 1 month ago

Spanish league to denounce fan who touched player’s backside during game

Associated Press  

MADRID — The Spanish league will take action against the young fan who appeared to touch the backside of a Sevilla player during a game. The league will also denounce alleged racist insults against Sevilla player Yasser En-Nesyri in the same game, a 2-1 win at Rayo Vallecano on Monday. I hope that the action that has to be taken …

Brazil Forward Rodrygo Denounces Racist Abuse on Social Media After Match Against Argentina
1 year, 4 months ago

Brazil Forward Rodrygo Denounces Racist Abuse on Social Media After Match Against Argentina

News 18  

Brazil forward Rodrygo has been the target of racist abuse on social media following the World Cup qualifying game against Argentina. It’s all there for everyone to see.” WATCH: ‘Crazy Scenes’ At Maracana Before Brazil vs Argentina FIFA World Cup The player said many of the racist messages included photos and emoticons of monkeys or bananas. Está aí pra todo …

Rodrygo receives racist abuse after Messi argument
1 year, 4 months ago

Rodrygo receives racist abuse after Messi argument

The Hindu  

Brazil striker Rodrygo said he had received racist messages on social media accounts following an argument with Argentina captain Lionel Messi before the team’s World Cup qualifier on Tuesday. Brazil’s 1-0 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier in Rio de Janeiro, the five-times world champions’ third consecutive defeat, was marred by violence after clashes between police …

Brazil forward Rodrygo denounces racist abuse on social media after match against Argentina
1 year, 4 months ago

Brazil forward Rodrygo denounces racist abuse on social media after match against Argentina

Associated Press  

MADRID — Brazil forward Rodrygo has been the target of racist abuse on social media following the World Cup qualifying game against Argentina. It’s all there for everyone to see.” The player said many of the racist messages included photos and emoticons of monkeys or bananas. Rodrygo attracted attention during Tuesday’s match after a spat with Argentina players Lionel Messi …

Vinicius Jr launches anti-racism campaign in Brazil
1 year, 4 months ago

Vinicius Jr launches anti-racism campaign in Brazil

The Hindu  

Brazil forward Vinicius Jr stepped up the fight against racism on Monday by launching a campaign under the slogan “Racism, don’t pretend you don’t see it” on billboards across the country for Black Awareness Day. Alongside the campaign he has also launched through his foundation the “Anti-Racism Education Handbook”, which aims to help schools make the educational environment more inclusive …

Alleged racial abuse of Vinicius probed
1 year, 4 months 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 investigate after fresh ‘racist insults’ allegedly aimed at Vinicius Jr in El Clasico
1 year, 4 months ago

LaLiga investigate after fresh ‘racist insults’ allegedly aimed at Vinicius Jr in El Clasico

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 Real Madrid’s victory over rivals FC Barcelona in …

LaLiga: Barcelona to investigate alleged racial abuse of Vinicius in Clasico
1 year, 4 months 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, 4 months 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 …

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