Real Madrid’s Vinicius to have alleged racist abuse investigated by UEFA
Summary
UEFA is investigating claims that Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni made racist comments towards Real Madrid player Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match. The match was paused for over 10 minutes after Vinicius reported the incident to the referee. UEFA confirmed the investigation following these allegations.Key Facts
- UEFA will look into claims of racist behavior during a Champions League match.
- Vinicius Junior accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of racially insulting him.
- The match stopped for more than 10 minutes due to this incident.
- Vinicius reported that he was called "mono," which means monkey in Spanish.
- Prestianni denies making racist comments.
- UEFA confirmed they would investigate the following day.
- Real Madrid's players and anti-discrimination groups criticized the incident and its handling.
- Some have criticized Vinicius's goal celebration, while others defended his right to report the abuse.
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