Summary
Uefa has confirmed that Benfica's player Gianluca Prestianni will not play in their Champions League game against Real Madrid after rejecting Benfica's appeal against his suspension. The suspension is based on an allegation of racist abuse, and Uefa is conducting a detailed investigation.
Key Facts
- Benfica's player Gianluca Prestianni received a provisional one-match suspension.
- The ban follows an allegation of racist abuse by Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr.
- Benfica appealed the suspension but acknowledged it was unlikely to be successful before the game.
- Uefa's Appeals Body dismissed Benfica's appeal, maintaining the suspension.
- The suspension is provisional while Uefa conducts a full investigation.
- Uefa has indicated there is sufficient initial evidence for a potential case against Prestianni.
- The match against Real Madrid is set for Wednesday at the Bernabeu stadium.
