The beautiful game was tragically marred by an ugly incident this week as
Real Madrid's star forward,
Vinicius Jr., faced vile racist abuse during a crucial
Champions League encounter. This isn't just about a
1-0 victory for Los Blancos; it's a stark reminder that football's fight against prejudice is far from over.
Key Points:
- Vinicius Jr. reported alleged racist abuse from Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni during their Champions League clash.
- The match was paused for 10 minutes as the anti-racism protocol was activated, with Real Madrid securing a 1-0 away win.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed shock and solidarity, demanding swift action against those responsible.
- Controversy mounted over Benfica's initial response and former referee Mark Clattenburg's
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