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Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Summary

Real Madrid is investigating a fan who allegedly made a Nazi salute during a Champions League match against Benfica. The fan was identified and removed from the stadium. The incident occurred amid ongoing concerns about racism, highlighted by a separate racial abuse claim involving Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr.

Key Facts

  • Real Madrid is investigating a fan for allegedly giving a Nazi salute before a match against Benfica.
  • Security staff identified the fan and removed them from the stadium.
  • Real Madrid won the match 2-1, advancing to the next stage of the Champions League.
  • The club has begun expulsion procedures for the fan involved.
  • The incident follows an accusation of racial abuse against Vinicius Jr. by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.
  • Vinicius Jr. had reported the alleged racial abuse during an earlier match, causing a 10-minute game delay.
  • Prestianni received a one-match ban and might face further consequences.
  • A "no to racism" banner was displayed at the stadium before the match.

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