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 Morocco last month The Brazilian winger took in the sites of the North African country and even donned the Morocco national jersey during his trip Your browser does not support iframes. Vinicius Jr cut an iconic pose to racist fans in Valencia when he netted Real Madrid's first goal earlier this month The forward responded to the incident in his first game back at the stadium earlier this month.

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Watch: Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr taunts Atletico fans with 15 UCL titles gesture
1 week, 2 days ago

Watch: Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr taunts Atletico fans with 15 UCL titles gesture

India Today  

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr ignited a fiery moment with Atletico Madrid fans during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg, taunting them by gesturing how Real Madrid have 15 Champions League titles while Atletico have none. In response, Vinicius provocatively signalled to the crowd, reminding them of Real Madrid’s 15 Champions League titles a gesture that sparked …

Vinicius Jr blazes AWFUL penalty attempt into the stands on a frustrating night for the Real Madrid star in the Champions League against Atletico
1 week, 2 days ago

Vinicius Jr blazes AWFUL penalty attempt into the stands on a frustrating night for the Real Madrid star in the Champions League against Atletico

Daily Mail  

A stunned Vinicius Jr stared into the night sky and wondered quite how his technique had failed him after a horrendous penalty miss during Real Madrid's Champions League clash against Atletico. Unfortunately for Los Blancos, the Brazilian's poor night carried over to his attempt from 12 yards, which he managed to hit several meters high and just as wide as …

Vinicius Jr’s Bold Statement on His Real Madrid Future!
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Vinicius Jr’s Bold Statement on His Real Madrid Future!

The Hindu  

Brazilian forward Vinicius Jr has reaffirmed his commitment to Real Madrid, brushing aside speculation about a potential move to the Saudi Pro League. “I hope to renew my contract as soon as possible because I am happy here,” Vinicius said ahead of Real’s Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid. Here, everybody loves me so much.” Vinicius has already built an …

Real Madrid win at Real Sociedad as Vinicius Junior faces racial abuse again
3 weeks, 2 days 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
3 weeks, 2 days 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 2024-25: Vinicius says, he wants ‘many more years’ at Real Madrid
1 month, 3 weeks ago

La Liga 2024-25: Vinicius says, he wants ‘many more years’ at Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Vinicius has silenced rumours about a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, saying he wanted to stay at Real Madrid for “many more years” in an interview published on Friday. Spanish media had reported that Vinicius, 24, received a stratospheric offer to join a club in Saudi Arabia, which has attracted stars including Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar in recent years. Vinicius …

Vinicius Jr to Saudi Arabia in record-breaking deal: Will Brazil star follow Real Madrid legends Ronaldo and Benzema?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Jr to Saudi Arabia in record-breaking deal: Will Brazil star follow Real Madrid legends Ronaldo and Benzema?

The Hindu  

According to the latest reports coming out of the world of football, Saudi Arabia is preparing a world-record bid of 300 million Euros that would see Brazilain star Vincius Jr move from Real Madrid in the 2025 summer transfer window. If Vinicius moves to Saudi, he will join the likes of Real Madrid legends like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, …

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti defends Vinicius Jr ahead of Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash
2 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti defends Vinicius Jr ahead of Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash

The Hindu  

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr is available to play in the Spanish Super Cup, despite his recent two-match suspension, and on Wednesday manager Carlo Ancelotti continued to defend his player despite the club losing its appeal. Vinicius was sent off for slapping Valencia goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski in Friday’s LaLiga match, and after an appeal, the Spanish FA suspended the striker …

Real Madrid hopeful Vinicius will escape suspension: Ancelotti
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid hopeful Vinicius will escape suspension: Ancelotti

The Hindu  

Real Madrid is hopeful Vinicius Jr will avoid suspension after the club appealed his straight red card during its 2-1 comeback win over Valencia last week, manager Carlo Ancelotti said on Sunday. The Brazilian striker was sent off for slapping Valencia goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski during Friday’s LaLiga match and Ancelotti is confident that the 24-year-old will escape even the minimum …

Vinicius Junior hits back at critics after winning FIFA The Best Men's Player award: 'They have tried to diminish me'
3 months ago

Vinicius Junior hits back at critics after winning FIFA The Best Men's Player award: 'They have tried to diminish me'

Firstpost  

Vinicius Junior has accused his critics of attempting to ‘invalidate’ and ‘diminish’ him. The Brazilian’s comments on Instagram comes after he won FIFA The Best Men’s Player of the Year award on Tuesday. AP Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior slammed his critics after winning FIFA The Best Men’s Player of the Year award, claiming that they attempted to “invalidate” and “diminish” …

Vinicius Junior aiming for Real Madrid injury return ahead of schedule
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Vinicius Junior aiming for Real Madrid injury return ahead of schedule

New York Times  

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior is ahead of schedule in his recovery from a hamstring injury and is targeting a return to action against Atalanta or Rayo Vallecano. The 24-year-old had initially been expected to be sidelined until the final of the Intercontinental Cup — FIFA’s new annual mid-season competition, replacing the previous iteration of the Club World Cup — …

La Liga: Minor who racially abused Vinicius Jr fined and banned from stadium for one year
3 months, 3 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 …

Real Madrid suffer ANOTHER injury blow as midfielder is 'ruled out for up to three weeks' and joins Vinicius Jnr on sidelines after hobbling off against Liverpool
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid suffer ANOTHER injury blow as midfielder is 'ruled out for up to three weeks' and joins Vinicius Jnr on sidelines after hobbling off against Liverpool

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid have been dealt another injury blow with one of their key stars set for a spell on the sidelines after picking up an injury against Liverpool. And they have now been dealt their latest blow, with the club confirming Eduardo Camavinga has suffered a leg injury, and Fabrizio Romano reporting that he will be out for two to …

Real Madrid star Vinicius out of Liverpool clash with hamstring injury
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid star Vinicius out of Liverpool clash with hamstring injury

Deccan Chronicle  

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has suffered a hamstring injury, said the Spanish club Monday, ruling him out of the upcoming Champions League match with Liverpool. "After tests taken today our player Vinicius Junior has been diagnosed by Real Madrid's medical services with a hamstring injury in his left leg," the club said in a statement.Spanish media reported the Brazilian …

Vinicius Jr hands Real Madrid injury blow ahead of Liverpool match
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Jr hands Real Madrid injury blow ahead of Liverpool match

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 forward Vinicius Jr has been ruled …

Injury scares overshadow Vinicius hattrick in Real Madrid's win over Osasuna
4 months, 1 week ago

Injury scares overshadow Vinicius hattrick in Real Madrid's win over Osasuna

India Today  

Real Madrid bounced back in style with a dominant 4-0 victory over Osasuna in La Liga on November 9, powered by a sensational hat-trick from Vinicius Jr—his first since missing out on the Ballon d'Or. Eder Militao se ha roto y parece ser grave pic.twitter.com/pws8ha2mqy — Real Madrid World 🌍 November 9, 2024 Ironically, Real Madrid’s offensive efforts seemed to …

Real Madrid dealt latest blow as Vinicius Jr 'passes' on negotiating a new contract with the Spanish giants - after Brazilian was linked with stunning Saudi move in summer
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid dealt latest blow as Vinicius Jr 'passes' on negotiating a new contract with the Spanish giants - after Brazilian was linked with stunning Saudi move in summer

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid have been dealt yet another blow after Vinicius Jr reportedly turned down the chance to enter contract negotiations with the Spanish giants. Vinicius Jr has reportedly turned down the chance to enter contract negotiations with Madrid The winger's current deal at the Santiago Bernabeu will run until the end of 2026-27 season Vinicius' current deal at the Santiago …

Footage of Rodri's jubilant Ballon d'Or celebrations shows Man City star appearing to make 'mocking chant towards snubbed Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Footage of Rodri's jubilant Ballon d'Or celebrations shows Man City star appearing to make 'mocking chant towards snubbed Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr'

Daily Mail  

Footage has reportedly emerged of Manchester City star Rodri chanting about Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr after beating him to the Ballon d'Or. pic.twitter.com/HOjd86eQ9K — El Chiringuito TV October 29, 2024 Footage reportedly showed Rodri chanting about Vincius Jr during his Ballon d'Or celebrations Rodri made history as the first defensive midfielder to ever win the Ballon d'Or on Monday …

Ballon d’Or Awards LIVE: Vinicius Jr claims ‘they’re not ready’ as Rodri crowned amid Real Madrid boycott
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Ballon d’Or Awards LIVE: Vinicius Jr claims ‘they’re not ready’ as Rodri crowned amid Real Madrid boycott

The Independent  

✕ Close Ballon d’Or ceremony 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 Vinicius Jr took …

Vinicius Junior reacts to Ballon d'Or result after losing to Rodri: ‘They’re not ready’
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Junior reacts to Ballon d'Or result after losing to Rodri: ‘They’re not ready’

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 Vinicius Junior took to social media to react …

Real Madrid boycott Ballon d’Or as Vinicius Jr loses out to Rodri
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Real Madrid boycott Ballon d’Or as Vinicius Jr loses out to Rodri

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 players did not turn up to …

Vinicius Junior offers ‘support’ response to Lamine Yamal after racist abuse in El Clasico
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Junior offers ‘support’ response to Lamine Yamal after racist abuse 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 forward Vinicius Junior has offered support …

Vinicius Junior offers support to Barcelona players after alleged racist abuse
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Junior offers support to Barcelona players after alleged racist abuse

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 forward Vinicius Junior has offered his …

Vinicius Jr's Extraordinary Display Captivates Champions League Audience
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4 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Jr's Extraordinary Display Captivates Champions League Audience

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid secured a 5-2 victory against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League round of 16. Vinicius Jr's hat trick was the highlight of the match, showcasing his extraordinary skills and determination. Despite trailing 0-2 in the first half, Real Madrid staged a remarkable comeback, with Vinicius Jr's three goals proving to be the turning point of the match. The …

Vinicius entrance helps unlock stubborn Espanyol defense
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius entrance helps unlock stubborn Espanyol defense

China Daily  

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe celebrates with his teammate Vinicius Jr after scoring a penalty against Espanyol on Saturday. REUTERS BARCELONA — Vinicius Junior made a decisive impact from the bench to help a "much faster" Real Madrid post a come-from-behind 4-1 win over Espanyol on Saturday, leaving it just a point adrift of La Liga leader Barcelona. Dani Carvajal leveled …

Madrid mayor tells Vinicius Jr to apologise for comments on Spanish racism
6 months, 2 weeks ago

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

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 The mayor of Madrid has blasted Vinicius Jr …

Vinícius Jr. tells CNN that he and Real Madrid teammates would walk off the pitch in reaction to racist abuse
6 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr 'rejects Saudi Pro League switch' dashing PIF hopes of making the Brazilian 'the face of the division ahead of 2034 World Cup'
7 months, 1 week ago

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr 'rejects Saudi Pro League switch' dashing PIF hopes of making the Brazilian 'the face of the division ahead of 2034 World Cup'

Daily Mail  

Vinicius Junior has rejected the chance to move to the Saudi Pro League Vinicius Junior has reportedly turned down the chance to make a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League. PIF were looking to persuade Vinicius to become the face of the league ahead of the 2034 World Cup, which is set to be hosted by Saudi Arabia. Real …

'I'm a tormentor of racists!' declares Vinicius Jr after three Valencia fans sentenced for racial abuse
9 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
9 months, 1 week ago

Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish 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 Three Valencia fans have been handed eight-month prison …

Valencia fans who insulted Vinícius are first to be convicted for racism abuse in Spanish soccer
9 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
9 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
9 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
9 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 …

Real Madrid find a new hero to deny Dortmund and clinch familiar Champions League glory
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Real Madrid find a new hero to deny Dortmund and clinch familiar Champions League glory

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. In scoring just the 13th goal of his Real Madrid career after …

Vinicius Junior leads Real Madrid to 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in Champions League semifinal
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Vinicius Junior leads Real Madrid to 2-2 draw at Bayern Munich in Champions League semifinal

Hindustan Times  

Vinícius Júnior scored twice for Real Madrid to draw 2-2 at Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal on Tuesday. Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the Champions League semifinal first leg soccer match between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid at the Allianz Arena in Munich Bayern dominated but Madrid …

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

Mallorca probing another racial-abuse incident after fan makes monkey gestures at Real Madrid game
11 months, 1 week ago

Mallorca probing another racial-abuse incident after fan makes monkey gestures at Real Madrid game

New Indian Express  

MADRID: Spanish club Mallorca said Sunday it was working with authorities to identify the fan who made monkey gestures after Real Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni scored a goal in a Spanish league match this weekend. The young fan was seen on television appearing to make the monkey gestures as Madrid players celebrated Tchouaméni's goal early in the second half at …

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
11 months, 3 weeks 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
11 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 …

Endrick’s first goal at the Bernabeu: The family hugs, the knee-slide and the signature celebration
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Endrick’s first goal at the Bernabeu: The family hugs, the knee-slide and the signature celebration

New York Times  

One of the most anticipated images of the pre-match build-up, Endrick and Lamine Yamal’s handshake in the tunnel outside the dressing rooms, was a foreshadowing of the exciting night that awaited as Brazil took on Spain at the Santiago Bernabeu. They commented on how special Endrick’s first visit to the stadium had been last December, when he watched Madrid’s match …

Diseased football world put to shame after Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior breaks down in tears
11 months, 3 weeks 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
11 months, 3 weeks 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'
11 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
11 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
11 months, 3 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
11 months, 3 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
11 months, 3 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
11 months, 3 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
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, …

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