Three arrested for racially insulting Barcelona players during El Clasico – report | OneFootball

The highly-respected El Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona was marred last month due to multiple instance of racism from fans at Santiago Bernabeu.

It was a shameful moment for Real Madrid, who have championing for equal rights and fight against racism in Spain, to see fans at their own backyard using racial insults at opposing players.

Shortly after the game, La Liga was quick to take action, launching an investigation. Real Madrid, in response, were also quick in identifying the perpretators, who resorted to such behaviour.

A month after the game, the National Police have now taken action, arresting three individuals accused of making xenophobic remarks and monkey gestures towards these players during the match.

Racial slurs were mainly aimed at Barcelona star Lamine Yamal (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Three arrested over racial remarks during El Clasico

According to COPE, the arrests were made in response to the heinous abuse witnessed by fans and officials alike.

The incident has once again highlighted the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football, prompting a swift response from law enforcement to address such behavior.

Real Madrid, who have yet to receive official sanctions from the Anti-Violence Commission regarding the incident, have already taken steps to ban the fans believed to have participated in the abuse.

As the legal process unfolds, there is a strong expectation that these individuals might face strict punishment, following precedents set throughout 2024 where fans were similarly punished for racial abuse during La Liga matches.

It now remains to be seen when and how Real Madrid will be punished following the racial incidents at their own backyard.