Benfica identify fans and plan tough sanctions for racist gestures | OneFootball

Benfica is planning tough measures for the fans who made racist gestures toward Vinicius Júnior during the celebration of his goal. The club reviewed footage from the match against Real Madrid last Tuesday.

The match in question is being investigated by UEFA due to an alleged crime of racial abuse by Prestianni against Vinicius Júnior after the Brazilian's goal. Broadcast images, as well as those recorded inside the stadium, show fans chanting racist slogans and imitating “monkey movements” in a derogatory manner.

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Benfica is now seeking to determine whether the fans are club members. Those responsible may lose their privileges and be expelled from the club if confirmed.

Despite this action, Benfica maintains its support for Prestianni and says it trusts the player, who denies the accusations.

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