All articles tagged with #racism in football
Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni, under UEFA review and with a provisional suspension, is set to claim Vinícius Júnior called him a 'dwarf' during the Champions League play-off with Real Madrid. Mbappé backs Vinínius’ account of the abuse, and Prestianni could face a ban of up to ten games for racial slurs and homophobic language under UEFA rules.
UEFA has opened disciplinary proceedings after Vinícius Jr. accused Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni of racist abuse during Real Madrid’s 1–0 Champions League playoff win; Prestianni reportedly told investigators he did not use the word 'mono' but a different anti-gay slur. Aurelien Tchouameni and Mbappé say they heard insults, while Real Madrid has submitted evidence. UEFA’s Article 14 covers insults against human dignity, with possible sanctions including suspensions.
Mourinho claimed Vinicius Jr incited racist abuse during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off with Benfica, contrasting his celebration with accusations of provocation. Vinicius said he was racially abused by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni after scoring; Prestianni denied the insult. Benfica argued the claims could not be heard in the footage. The remarks drew criticism from Seedorf and Henry, while UEFA said official reports are being reviewed.