Real Madrid fans plan mosaic to back Vini Jr after racism incident | OneFootball

Vini Jr suffered racism in the last two Real Madrid (ESP) games

Real Madrid (ESP) faces Benfica (POR) this Wednesday (25) in the Champions League. Thus, the Spanish fans will create a mosaic at the Santiago Bernabéu to support forward Vini Jr, a revelation from Flamengo, who was a victim of racism in the first leg between the teams.

“No to racism” and “Respect” are the messages that will be displayed in the stands in Madrid during the Champions League playoffs game. According to the Spanish press, the tribute will be shown as the teams enter the field.

How did the racism occur?

Vini Jr scored the winning goal for Real Madrid against Benfica in the first leg. Then, the Flamengo prodigy danced near the corner flag at Estádio da Luz, in Portugal. The Brazilian's celebration angered rival fans and players.

Among the Portuguese club's athletes, Prestianni covered his mouth with his uniform and shouted “mono” (monkey) towards Vini. The forward received a yellow card for his celebration, while the aggressor went unpunished.

Will nothing happen to Prestianni?

Despite the lack of punishment on the field, UEFA announced days later that Benfica will not have Prestianni for the return match. The team tried to appeal, but the entity denied it and upheld the suspension of the offender.

What time does Vini Jr's Real Madrid play?

So, after two cases of racism against Vini Jr in the last two games, Real Madrid will play this Wednesday (25) at the Santiago Bernabéu. The match is scheduled for 5 PM (Brasília time).

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