Serie A: AS Roma bans fan for life, files police complaint following racist abuse aimed at Juan Jesus
5 years, 3 months ago

Serie A: AS Roma bans fan for life, files police complaint following racist abuse aimed at Juan Jesus

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Roma said on the club’s official Twitter account it had filed a police complaint against the fan for using social media to send “disgusting racist insults” to the player. Rome: Italian top-flight club AS Roma have banned a fan for life and informed the police of racist abuse aimed at Brazilian fullback Juan Jesus. The owner of the below Instagram account sent Juan Jesus disgusting racist abuse via direct message today We have reported the account to the Italian police We have reported the account to Instagram The person responsible will be banned from #ASRoma games for life#NoToRacism pic.twitter.com/qP3SZT0pJY — AS Roma English September 26, 2019 “The person responsible will be banned from #ASRoma games for life,” the club said. Sunday’s Italian league match between Atalanta and Fiorentina was halted for several minutes after racist chants were aimed at the Tuscan side’s Brazilian player Dalbert in a game played in Parma.

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Kyle Walker: Manchester City defender condemns ‘vile, racist and threatening’ online abuse, calls for action
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Kyle Walker: Manchester City defender condemns ‘vile, racist and threatening’ online abuse, calls for action

CNN  

CNN — Manchester City defender Kyle Walker condemned the “vile, racist and threatening” online abuse he received on social media after the team’s 2-0 loss to Juventus in the Champions League on Wednesday. “No one should ever be subjected to the sort of vile, racist and threatening abuse I have received online since last night’s match,” Walker wrote on Instagram …

Manchester City captain racially abused after Champions League loss to Juventus
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Manchester City captain racially abused after Champions League loss to Juventus

The Hindu  

Manchester City has condemned the online racist abuse aimed at captain Kyle Walker following Wednesday’s 2-0 Champions League loss to Juventus. The 34-year-old defender was subjected to racist abuse after City’s loss to Juve, which left the Premier League side languishing in 22nd place in Europe’s elite club competition. RELATED: Nightmare for Guardiola continues as Juventus beats Man City 2-0; …

La Liga 2024-25: Fans accused of racism during El Clasico set to be banned from stadiums for a year
1 month, 1 week 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 …

Lazio fans pressing racism charges against A'dam mayor for banning them from Ajax match
1 month, 1 week ago

Lazio fans pressing racism charges against A'dam mayor for banning them from Ajax match

NL Times  

Italian lawyer Giacomo Marini is filing charges against Amsterdam mayor Femke Halsema on behalf of 500 Lazio fans. According to the Italian football fans, by banning them from attending the Europa League match between Ajax and Lazio in two weeks, Halsema is guilty of racism, discrimination, and causing economic damage, AT5 reports. The hard core of the Lazio fan base …

La Liga 2024-25: Spanish police arrest three over racist insults at El Clasico match
1 month, 2 weeks 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.” …

Lazio and Atletico Madrid punished by Uefa after racist behaviour from fans
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Lazio and Atletico Madrid punished by Uefa after racist behaviour from 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 Lazio and Atletico Madrid have been sanctioned for …

Barcelona given Champions League ticket ban after fans found guilty of racist behaviour
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Barcelona given Champions League ticket ban after fans found guilty of racist behaviour

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 Uefa have banned Barcelona fans from buying tickets …

PSG sends support to defender Nuno Mendes after racial abuse
3 months, 3 weeks ago

PSG sends support to defender Nuno Mendes after racial abuse

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Mallorca probing another racial-abuse incident after fan makes monkey gestures at Real Madrid game
8 months, 4 weeks 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 …

Serie A asks Italian federation to probe racist chants during Rome derby
9 months ago

Serie A asks Italian federation to probe racist chants during Rome derby

The Hindu  

Serie A asked on Tuesday for further investigation into alleged racist chanting from fans during the weekend’s stormy Rome derby, won 1-0 by AS Roma. In a statement Italy’s top flight requested that football federation prosecutors probe chants from both sets of supporters directed at Roma striker Romelu Lukaku and Lazio midfielder Matteo Guendouzi. Serie A also asked for further …

Napoli players take a knee in public show of support after alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus
9 months, 1 week ago

Napoli players take a knee in public show of support after alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus

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 Napoli’s players took a knee before their Serie …

Serie A: Juan Jesus Releases Emotional Statement After Facing Racism During Inter Vs Napoli
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Serie A: Juan Jesus Releases Emotional Statement After Facing Racism During Inter Vs Napoli

ABP News  

Serie A 2023/24: Napoli defender Juan Jesus has released an emotional statement, after the Brazilian faced racial abuse from Inter Milan's Francesco Acerbi. “I have read several times and with great disappointment the decision of the sports judge, who felt there was no evidence that I was the victim of a racist insult during the match between Inter and Napoli …

Juan Jesus says he is ‘bitter’ about Italian league not punishing Acerbi for alleged racial abuse
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Juan Jesus says he is ‘bitter’ about Italian league not punishing Acerbi for alleged racial abuse

Associated Press  

MILAN — Napoli defender Juan Jesus says he has been left feeling “very bitter” and “crestfallen” by the Italian league’s decision not to punish Inter Milan player Francesco Acerbi for an allegedly racist remark toward him. The Italian league’s sporting judge announced on Tuesday that there wasn’t enough proof that Acerbi’s insult to Juan Jesus was racist to impose what …

Acerbi won’t be penalized for alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus. Napoli calls ruling ‘astonishing’
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Acerbi won’t be penalized for alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus. Napoli calls ruling ‘astonishing’

Associated Press  

MILAN — Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi will not face sanctions for allegedly racially abusing Napoli’s Juan Jesus in a Serie A match because there wasn’t enough proof. Gerardo Mastrandrea said in a lengthy statement that while it was clear Acerbi insulted Juan Jesus, the “minimum level of reasonable certainty” had not been reached that it was of a racial …

Brazil’s Vinicius says racist abuse in Spain has taken joy out of football
9 months, 2 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 …

Real Madrid files complaint against referee not reporting abuse against Vinicius Jr
9 months, 3 weeks 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, …

Napoli's Jesus accuses Italy defender Acerbi of racist abuse
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Napoli's Jesus accuses Italy defender Acerbi of racist abuse

New Indian Express  

MILAN, ITALY: Napoli defender Juan Jesus on Monday blasted Francesco Acerbi for denying he dished out racist abuse after the Italy international was forced to leave the Azzurri's training camp ahead of two friendlies in the United States. Jesus had initially played down the incident following Napoli's 1-1 draw at Inter Milan on Sunday, telling DAZN "what happens on the …

Spanish league to report ‘lamentable racist chants’ aimed at Vinícius. He calls for punishment
9 months, 3 weeks 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 …

Milan keeper Maignan wants stronger action after racist abuse; FIFA president eyes tougher sanctions
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Milan keeper Maignan wants stronger action after racist abuse; FIFA president eyes tougher sanctions

The Hindu  

AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan says too many people are “complicit” in allowing racism to continue blighting football, and urged authorities to take stronger action after he suffered racist abuse on Saturday night. And FIFA President Gianni Infantino suggested “an automatic forfeit” for any team “whose fans have committed racism.” Maignan, who is Black, walked off after being abused by …

It's Not My First Time Nor Am I The First Person, Says AC Milan's Mike Maignan on Racial Abuse in Italy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

It's Not My First Time Nor Am I The First Person, Says AC Milan's Mike Maignan on Racial Abuse in Italy

News 18  

AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan says too many people are “complicit” in allowing racism to continue blighting soccer, and urged authorities to take stronger action after he suffered racist abuse on Saturday night. It’s not the first time it’s happened to me and I’m not the first person it’s happened to,” Maignan wrote in French on X, formerly known as …

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Condemns 'Abhorrent' Racism During Football Matches in Italy and England
11 months, 2 weeks ago

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Condemns 'Abhorrent' Racism During Football Matches in Italy and England

News 18  

FIFA president Gianni Infantino called for worldwide stadium bans for fans and “automatic forfeits” for teams whose supporters hurl “abhorrent” abuse, following racist incidents in Italy and England on Saturday. “The players affected by Saturday’s events have my undivided support.” Fans aimed monkey chants at AC Milan and France goalkeeper Mike Maignan during Milan’s dramatic 3-2 win at Udinese, with …

AC Milan goalkeeper Maignan walks off field after racist abuse, game at Udinese suspended briefly
11 months, 3 weeks ago

AC Milan goalkeeper Maignan walks off field after racist abuse, game at Udinese suspended briefly

The Hindu  

AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan walked off the field after being subjected to racist abuse by Udinese fans during a top-tier Italian league game on Saturday — prompting the match to be suspended briefly during the first half. “They made monkey noises and it’s not the first time it’s happened to me,” the 28-year-old Maignan told DAZN. Voting lines now …

AC Milan goalkeeper Maignan walks off field after racist abuse. Game at Udinese suspended briefly
11 months, 3 weeks ago

AC Milan goalkeeper Maignan walks off field after racist abuse. Game at Udinese suspended briefly

Associated Press  

UDINE, Italy — AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan walked off the field after being subjected to racist abuse by Udinese fans during a top-tier Italian league game on Saturday — prompting the match to be suspended briefly during the first half. “They made monkey noises and it’s not the first time it’s happened to me,” the 28-year-old Maignan told DAZN. …

Partial stadium closure for Lazio after racist chants at Lukaku in Italian Cup match against Roma
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Partial stadium closure for Lazio after racist chants at Lukaku in Italian Cup match against Roma

Associated Press  

MILAN — Lazio has been punished with a partial stadium closure for racist chants during its Italian Cup victory against city rival Roma, while players from both teams were given bans on Friday. Lazio will have four sectors of the Stadio Olimpico closed for its Serie A match against defending champion Napoli on Jan. 28 following racist chanting aimed at …

Brazil Forward Rodrygo Denounces Racist Abuse on Social Media After Match Against Argentina
1 year, 1 month 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, 1 month 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, 1 month 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 …

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, 3 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 …

Racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior highlights entrenched problem in soccer
1 year, 7 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 …

Seven punished by Spanish government for racist insults against Vinicius
1 year, 7 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, 7 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 …

Roma boss Jose Mourinho charged with abusing Europa League final match official: UEFA
1 year, 7 months ago

Roma boss Jose Mourinho charged with abusing Europa League final match official: UEFA

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho has been charged with using abusive language against a match official, governing body UEFA said on Friday after the Portuguese manager was filmed shouting at officials following AS Roma’s loss to Sevilla in the Europa League final. Referee Anthony Taylor attracted the ire of the Roma boss following the shootout loss to Sevilla in UEFA’s second-tier final on …

Racism in Serie A: Torino’s Juric racially abused during thrashing of Spezia
1 year, 7 months ago

Racism in Serie A: Torino’s Juric racially abused during thrashing of Spezia

The Hindu  

Torino coach Ivan Juric became the latest victim of racist abuse in Serie A on Saturday after being targeted by opposition fans during his team’s 4-0 win at Spezia. Spezia’s bid for survival was hit with Saturday’s thrashing which left it at risk of falling into the drop zone, After the match, former Croatia midfielder Juric bemoaned being called ‘gypsy’ …

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in football: ‘These things hurt people’
1 year, 7 months ago

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in football: ‘These things hurt people’

The Hindu  

Before it was Vinicius Junior in Spain, it was Romelu Lukaku in Italy. Whoever it is, the damages from fan racism go far beyond the football field, Roma striker Tammy Abraham said Thursday. “It’s only a small minority of people but a small minority of people can affect somebody’s life,” said Abraham, who grew up in England as the son …

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in soccer: ‘These things hurt people’
1 year, 7 months ago

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in soccer: ‘These things hurt people’

Associated Press  

ROME — Before it was Vinícius Júnior in Spain, it was Romelu Lukaku in Italy. Whoever it is, the damages from fan racism go far beyond the soccer field, Roma striker Tammy Abraham said Thursday. “It’s only a small minority of people but a small minority of people can affect somebody’s life,” said Abraham, who grew up in England as …

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in soccer: 'These things hurt people'
1 year, 7 months ago

Roma striker Tammy Abraham on racism in soccer: 'These things hurt people'

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. Whoever it is, the damages from fan racism go far beyond the …

Valencia to appeal ‘unfair’ stadium sanction for racist abuse of Vinicius Jr and demand ‘respect’ for fans
1 year, 7 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 …

Vinícius Júnior soccer racism dispute ignites heated off-field debate in Spain
1 year, 7 months ago

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

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. “Racism is normal in LaLiga,” Vinícius said of the top league in …

Spain arrests seven after racist incidents targeting Vinicius Jr
1 year, 7 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 …

‘Powerless’ La Liga calls for radical change after Vinicius Jr racist abuse
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Powerless’ La Liga calls for radical change after Vinicius Jr racist abuse

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. The Spanish league is engulfed in a racism scandal after Real Madrid …

Valencia CF To Impose Life Ban On Fans Who Racially Abused Vinicius Jr
1 year, 7 months ago

Valencia CF To Impose Life Ban On Fans Who Racially Abused Vinicius Jr

ABP News  

"From the moment that the unfortunate events occurred, the club have analysed all the available footage, working alongside the authorities as rapidly as possible to clarify what happened in order to be able to act quickly and forcefully,” the club said in an official statement. "Valencia CF have proceeded to open a disciplinary case, will apply the maximum level of …

Brazil statue’s lights out to support Vinicius Jr racism claim
1 year, 7 months ago

Brazil statue’s lights out to support Vinicius Jr racism claim

Al Jazeera  

Brazil’s Christ the Redeemer statue switched off its lights in a show of antiracism solidarity with Vinicius Jr. Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue has switched off its lights in a show of support for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr following racial slurs from Valencia fans at the Mestalla Stadium in Spain over the weekend. Real Madrid said the racism …

Spanish acknowledge they have a racism problem after more abuse of Vinícius Júnior
1 year, 7 months ago

Spanish acknowledge they have a racism problem after more abuse of Vinícius Júnior

Associated Press  

MADRID — 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 …

Real Madrid Lodges Hate Crime Complaint Over Vinicius Junior Racist Abuse Incident
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid Lodges Hate Crime Complaint Over Vinicius Junior Racist Abuse Incident

News 18  

Real Madrid have lodged a hate crime complaint with Spanish prosecutors over racist chants hurled at Brazilian player Vinicius Jr during Sunday’s match at Valencia’s Mestalla stadium, the club said in a statement on Monday. The attacks, in its view, “constitute a hate crime” for which the club has filed a complaint with the State Attorney General’s Office, the club …

Real Madrid lodges hate crime complaint over Vinicius incident
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid lodges hate crime complaint over Vinicius incident

Hindustan Times  

Real Madrid have lodged a hate crime complaint with Spanish prosecutors over racist chants hurled at Brazilian player Vinicius Jr during Sunday's match at Valencia's Mestalla stadium, the club said in a statement on Monday. The attacks, in its view, "constitute a hate crime" for which the club has filed a complaint with the State Attorney General's Office, the club …

Vinícius Júnior gains more support as Spanish soccer again embroiled in racism
1 year, 7 months ago

Vinícius Júnior gains more support as Spanish soccer again embroiled in racism

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. Vinícius said after the match the Spanish league “now belongs to racists” …

Real Madrid lodges hate crime complaint over Vinicius incident in Valencia
1 year, 7 months ago

Real Madrid lodges hate crime complaint over Vinicius incident in Valencia

The Hindu  

Real Madrid has lodged a hate crime complaint with Spanish prosecutors over racist chants hurled at Brazilian player Vinicius Jr during Sunday’s match at Valencia’s Mestalla stadium. The Brazilian was racially abused against Valencia and was later sent off for punching Hugo Duro in the second-half injury time. “In light of the incidents that occurred during the Valencia CF-Real Madrid …

Those who bring hate have no place in football: La Liga India MD after Vinicius’ racial abuse
1 year, 7 months ago

Those who bring hate have no place in football: La Liga India MD after Vinicius’ racial abuse

The Hindu  

La Liga will continue its battle against racism in all ways possible despite Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti pointing fingers at the league, Jose Antonio Cachaza, the managing director of La Liga India told Sportstar. On Monday, La Liga issued a statement that it will investigate the abuse against Vinicius Jr from inside and outside the Mestalla Stadium. “In light …

Infantino offers support to Vinicius Jr after racism row
1 year, 7 months ago

Infantino offers support to Vinicius Jr after racism row

The Hindu  

Football governing body FIFA’s president Gianni Infantino expressed his support for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr after he called La Liga and Spain “racist” after receiving racial slurs from fans in Sunday’s game at Valencia’s Mestalla Stadium. Vincius Jr received a wave of support after the incident, including from Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Real Madrid manager …

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