Racial Abuse

24 Nov

I Was Racially Abused After Row With Lionel Messi – Brazil Forward Rodrygo

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Brazil forward Rodrygo says he was racially abused on social media following a heated argument with Argentina’s Lionel Messi. The pair exchanged words on the pitch as a World Cup qualifier between the sides in Rio de Janeiro was delayed by 30 minutes because of violent clashes between police and visiting fans. Rodyrgo said he had received messages with emojis of monkeys and bananas. “My social networks were invaded with insults,” Rodrygo wrote on Instagram. “If we don’t do what they want if we don’t behave as they think we should, if we wear something that annoys them if we…

25 May

Vinicius Jr: Valencia Fined, Sanctioned With Partial Stadium Closure For Five Matches

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Valencia have been sanctioned with a partial stadium closure for five matches following the racist abuse of Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. Spanish police have detained three people in connection with the abuse directed at the Brazilian at Mestalla Stadium on Sunday. Valencia have also been fined 45,000 euros (£39,000). Vinicius’ late red card has been rescinded, meaning he will not have to serve a suspension. Valencia called the decision to partially close their stadium “disproportionate, unjust and unprecedented” and said they intend to appeal against that part of the sanction. “Valencia have collaborated from the first minute with the police and…