Summary
UEFA fined Benfica 40,000 euros for racist behavior by fans during their game against Real Madrid. An investigation is also ongoing into alleged racial abuse by Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni against Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior. Benfica faces further action if problems continue.
Key Facts
- Benfica was fined 40,000 euros by UEFA due to racist actions by fans.
- The racist incident occurred during a Champions League match against Real Madrid.
- Benfica must follow a one-year probation to avoid closing part of their stadium for future games.
- Player Gianluca Prestianni is being investigated for allegedly calling Vinicius Junior a "monkey".
- Prestianni denied the allegation but was suspended for another game while under investigation.
- Television showed fans making monkey gestures after the game.
- Benfica had previously suspended five fans for similar inappropriate behavior.
