CBF calls out Fifa, Uefa after Vini Jr racism claim in Champions League | OneFootball

CBF took action again after Vinícius Júnior’s report of racism in the match against Benfica in the Champions League. In letters sent this Thursday, the organization asked FIFA and UEFA to adopt strict punishments against those involved and reinforced the need for effective measures to combat discrimination in football.

Requests

Signed by president Samir Xaud, the messages highlight that CBF expects FIFA to closely monitor the case and for UEFA to conduct a detailed investigation to identify and punish those responsible for the racial abuse directed at the Brazilian forward.

In the statement sent to FIFA, CBF thanked Gianni Infantino for his solidarity and praised the recent updates to articles 15 and 30 of the organization’s disciplinary code, which expand the mechanisms to fight racism. In the letter addressed to UEFA, the Confederation emphasized the leadership role that the European entity has been playing in tackling discrimination.

CBF also formally requested that UEFA conduct a thorough investigation into the case, taking into account the testimony of Vinícius Júnior and those present at the time of the accusation, and that exemplary punishments be applied to those involved.

The report

The match between Benfica and Real Madrid was interrupted for about ten minutes after Vinícius Júnior accused the Argentine Prestianni of racism, shortly after scoring a stunning goal at the beginning of the second half. The confusion began right after the Brazilian’s celebration, when he received a yellow card and began to be booed by the crowd. When play resumed, Vini and Tchouaméni reported the offense to referee François Letexier, who activated the anti-racism protocol.

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