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 Laporte appeared to clash during Brazil's friendly vs Spain One X user commented on the video writing 'I just want to play soccer' with several 'crying face' emojis Laporte responded, appearing to mock Vinicius writing in Spanish: 'Maybe he just wanted to dance?' Both sets of players joined in on the mele, but it is unclear what provoked Vinicius Jnr Vinicius was Laporte moved to Al-Nassr from Manchester City last summer in a £23.5million transfer Last season, LaLiga had notified prosecutors that 10 incidents of racism had been made by Vinicius Jnr - who was given a standing ovation when he left the field on Tuesday.

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Real Madrid win at Real Sociedad as Vinicius Junior faces racial abuse again
3 weeks, 4 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, 5 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 …

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti defends Vinicius Jr ahead of Spanish Super Cup semifinal clash
2 months, 2 weeks 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 …

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  

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Vinicius Jr's Extraordinary Display Captivates Champions League Audience
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5 months 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
6 months 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 …

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 …

Aymeric Laporte interview: ‘I am not surprised we were ignored at the start’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Aymeric Laporte interview: ‘I am not surprised we were ignored at the start’

New York Times  

It is three days before Spain’s European Championship quarter-final against tournament hosts Germany, and Aymeric Laporte is in a confident mood. “It is true that if I had not had this meniscus and cartilage injury on my knee I wouldn’t be here right now probably, as I would have joined the French national team,” Laporte says. French-born duo Laporte and …

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 …

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, …

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  

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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 …

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  

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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 …

PETE JENSON: Vinicius Jr has become an assist king, is a key part of Real Madrid's 'band of brothers' along with Jude Bellingham and will not be bothered by jeers in the heat of El Clasico battle afte
1 year, 4 months ago

PETE JENSON: Vinicius Jr has become an assist king, is a key part of Real Madrid's 'band of brothers' along with Jude Bellingham and will not be bothered by jeers in the heat of El Clasico battle afte

Daily Mail  

A stunning statistic concerning Vinicius Jr popped up this week in the analysis of Real Madrid’s win over Braga on Tuesday night. Vinicius Jnr appears to have hit top gear again for Real Madrid ahead of El Clasico on Saturday The Brazilian has scored crucial goals and is also Real Madrid's most likely assist provider Vinicius has already struck up …

Barcelona apologises for club spokesman's tweet claiming Vinicius Jnr 'deserves a SLAP' and denying that the Brazil star had suffered racist abuse - with Blaugrana's director vowing: 'this will not ha
1 year, 4 months ago

Barcelona apologises for club spokesman's tweet claiming Vinicius Jnr 'deserves a SLAP' and denying that the Brazil star had suffered racist abuse - with Blaugrana's director vowing: 'this will not ha

Daily Mail  

Barcelona have apologised for a tweet from one of its spokesman making light of the racism suffered by Vinicius in last weekend’s game between Real Madrid and Sevilla. Mikel Camps took to social media during Real Madrid's 2-1 win against Braga on Tuesday night to post a later-deleted tweet which read: 'It's not racism, he deserves a slap for being …

Rodrygo slams Barcelona's Mikel Camps after the board member called his Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Jr a 'clown' following another racial abuse storm
1 year, 4 months ago

Rodrygo slams Barcelona's Mikel Camps after the board member called his Real Madrid team-mate Vinicius Jr a 'clown' following another racial abuse storm

Daily Mail  

Listen to the latest episode of Mail Sport's football podcast 'It's All Kicking Off!' Rodrygo has called his tweet 'pathetic' ahead of the El Clasico this Saturday Barcelona's Mikel Camps wrote that Vinicius Jr had not been racially abused Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has criticised Barcelona representative Mikel Camps after he claimed Vinicius Jr was not a victim of racism …

Vinicius Junior and racism in Spanish football – has anything changed?
1 year, 5 months ago

Vinicius Junior and racism in Spanish football – has anything changed?

New York Times  

This article is part of The Athletic’s series celebrating UK Black History Month. ‘Clubs should be properly punished’ Spanish writer, anti-racism activist and Valencia fan Moha Gerehou has written about Vinicius Jr and racism for Spanish publications including eldiario.es. Edjogo-Owono: Vinicius Jr’s case is very special, as he is a Real Madrid player, and Real Madrid are both the most …

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behaviour’ at Real Madrid game
1 year, 5 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 …

Vinicius Junior praises Sevilla for their swift response to 'racist incident' during Real Madrid clash as he highlights 'another sad episode for Spanish football' as two fans are seen making racist ge
1 year, 5 months ago

Vinicius Junior praises Sevilla for their swift response to 'racist incident' during Real Madrid clash as he highlights 'another sad episode for Spanish football' as two fans are seen making racist ge

Daily Mail  

The winger praised Sevilla for taking action against the 'racist behaviour' Vinicius Junior has been targeted by racist abuse on multiple occasions Sevilla removed a fan from the stadium and handed them to the authorities Sevilla expelled a fan from its stadium and filed a complaint with police after the spectator allegedly displayed 'xenophobic and racist behavior' in Saturday's home …

Vinícius is targeted again as Sevilla ejects fan for ‘racist behavior’ at Real Madrid game
1 year, 5 months ago

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

Associated Press  

MADRID — 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 behavior,” with Vinícius Júnior once again the target. Vinícius, who has regularly faced racist abuse from rival fans, said it was “another sad episode for Spanish Football.” Sevilla’s statement was issued shortly …

Jenni Hermoso complaint against Luis Rubiales filed with Spain’s high court
1 year, 6 months ago

Jenni Hermoso complaint against Luis Rubiales filed with Spain’s high court

The Independent  

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Luis Rubiales could face criminal charges after Jenni Hermoso accuses Spanish FA president of sexual assault
1 year, 6 months ago

Luis Rubiales could face criminal charges after Jenni Hermoso accuses Spanish FA president of sexual assault

The Independent  

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Spain’s sports legal panel opens case against Luis Rubiales over World Cup kiss: reports
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain’s sports legal panel opens case against Luis Rubiales over World Cup kiss: reports

The Hindu  

Spain’s Sport Administrative Tribunal opened a case against football boss Luis Rubiales on Friday for “serious misconduct” after he kissed Jenni Hermoso following Spain’s victory in the women’s World Cup, daily El Pais reported. However, the TAD did not decide to open a case for “very serious misconduct”, which means the National Sports Council will not be able to suspend …

Spain women’s coach Jorge Vilda set to be forced out amid Rubiales storm
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain women’s coach Jorge Vilda set to be forced out amid Rubiales storm

The Hindu  

Spain’s controversial Women’s World Cup-winning coach Jorge Vilda is set to be forced out as the sexism scandal engulfs the Spanish football federation, according to Spanish reports. Vilda and Rubiales have been close allies since 15 players went on strike from the Spanish national team in September 2022, in protest against the coach’s methods but also demanding improvements from the …

Spain’s World Cup winners refuse to play until Luis Rubiales is removed
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain’s World Cup winners refuse to play until Luis Rubiales is removed

The Independent  

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Spain’s football federation to take legal action to defend Rubiales
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain’s football federation to take legal action to defend Rubiales

Al Jazeera  

The Spanish squad say they will not play ‘if the present leadership remains in charge’ after Rubiales refuses to resign. Spain’s football federation has said it will take legal action to defend its president Luis Rubiales against “lies” after calls for him to resign over his behaviour reached fever pitch. The move on Saturday comes a day after Spain’s women’s …

Spain soccer head won’t resign for kissing player at World Cup. Team won’t play until he goes
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain soccer head won’t resign for kissing player at World Cup. Team won’t play until he goes

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Less than a week after winning the Women’s World Cup, Spain’s national team players announced Friday that they will not play any more games unless the president of the country’s soccer federation steps down for kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips after their victory. Instead, he said on Friday that he is the victim of a …

Spanish football boss caught grabbing his crotch next to Queen and her underage daughter during his scandalous World Cup celebrations
1 year, 7 months ago

Spanish football boss caught grabbing his crotch next to Queen and her underage daughter during his scandalous World Cup celebrations

Daily Mail  

WATCH: 'It's All Kicking Off' - Episode 2 - Mail Sport's new football show Rubiales already in spotlight for unwanted kiss with player Jenni Hermoso Spanish football boss Luis Rubiales has been sensationally caught on camera grabbing his crotch in wild scenes next to Queen Letizia and her 16-year-old daughter, Princess Infanta Sofía. Spanish football boss Luis Rubiales has been …

Anger in Spain after soccer chief kisses a player at Women's World Cup ceremony
1 year, 7 months ago

Anger in Spain after soccer chief kisses a player at Women's World Cup ceremony

NPR  

Anger in Spain after soccer chief kisses a player at Women's World Cup ceremony Enlarge this image toggle caption Noe Llamas/SPP/Sipa USA via Reuters Connect Noe Llamas/SPP/Sipa USA via Reuters Connect Spain just won its first ever Women's World Cup, and celebrated with a huge party in Madrid on Monday. A spokesperson for Spain's People's Party called Rubiales' attitude "embarrassing" …

Rio government names anti-racism law after Vinicius Jr
1 year, 8 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 …

To tackle racism in football Spain needs to face its history
1 year, 9 months ago

To tackle racism in football Spain needs to face its history

Al Jazeera  

The global outrage over the racist abuse of Vinícius Jr should spark a society-wide conversation on racism and colonial history in Spain. Its president, Javier Tebas, attacked Vinícius Jr for his tweet, saying: “Since those who should have, haven’t explained to you what La Liga is doing and can do in cases of racism, we have tried to explain it …

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr chosen to lead new Fifa anti-racism committee
1 year, 9 months ago

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr chosen to lead new Fifa anti-racism committee

The Independent  

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Spain, Brazil to play anti-racism friendly in Madrid after Vinicius Junior abuse
1 year, 9 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 …

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer
1 year, 9 months ago

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer

Associated Press  

MADRID — Hanging from a highway bridge in Madrid, an effigy of one of the world’s most famous Black soccer players stands as a graphic reminder of the racism that sweeps through European soccer. Hanging from a highway bridge in Madrid, an effigy of one of the world’s most famous Black soccer players – Vinicius Junior - stands as a …

Brazil and Spain to play friendly in anti-racism campaign
1 year, 9 months ago

Brazil and Spain to play friendly in anti-racism campaign

The Hindu  

Brazil will play a friendly against Spain next March as part of an anti-racism campaign under the slogan ‘One skin’, both countries’ football federations announced on Monday. A statement from the Spanish football governing body said the match will be held in Spain to “reinforce the commitment of both entities against violence in football and to intensify the already existing …

Seven punished by Spanish government for racist insults against Vinicius
1 year, 9 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, 9 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 …

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