Vini Jr responds to racist abuse in Real Madrid v Benfica clash | OneFootball

Prestianni called Vini Jr a monkey, something reported to the referee who did not punish the offender

Real Madrid (ESP) beat Benfica (POR) 1-0 this Thursday (17th), in the Champions League, in a match marked by a racist episode against Vini Jr, revealed by Flamengo. The Brazilian forward, however, did not remain silent and sent a message to his opponent right after the first playoff game, a stage similar to a repechage.

“Racists are, above all, cowards. They need to cover their mouths with their shirts to show how weak they are. But, they have, beside them, the protection of others who, theoretically, have the obligation to punish,” wrote Vini, adding:

“Nothing that happened today is new in my life and my family’s. I received a yellow card for celebrating a goal. Still don’t understand why. On the other side, just a poorly executed protocol that was of no use,” he highlighted and added:

“I don’t like to appear in situations like this, especially after a great victory when the headlines should be about Real Madrid, but it’s necessary,” said Vini in a post on Instagram.

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How did the racism occur?

As soon as he scored, danced, and received the warning, Benfica’s players started an argument with the forward. Then, the Argentine Prestianni covered his mouth and fired a ‘mono’ (monkey, in Spanish) at the Brazilian, who reported the case to the referee.

The former Flamengo player left the field and received support mainly from Mbappé. However, the referee did not punish the offender and resumed the match ten minutes later. Thus, the young player’s post suggests that he will not stop dancing, something he has stated before.

When is the second match between Real Madrid and Benfica?

The 1-0 aggregate gives Real Madrid the right to draw with Benfica, on the 25th of this month, to advance to the Champions League round of 16. In addition to the advantage on the scoreboard, the star’s team will play at home at the Santiago Bernabéu, in Spain.

How is Flamengo doing without Vini?

While the star shines at Real, Flamengo is focusing its attention on the match against Lanús (ARG), in the first leg of the Recopa Sudamericana. The match is scheduled for Thursday (19th), in Argentina, starting at 9:30 pm (Brasília time).

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