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/ 48 days ago

Vinicius Jr., Tchouameni lead Real Madrid past Benfica 2-1 to reach Champions League Round of 16 in controversial series

With Vinicius Junior and Aurelien Tchouameni as the goalscorers, Real Madrid secured a 2-1 win over Benfica in the UEFA Champions League playoffs.
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/ 48 days ago

Are Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe playing? Confirmed lineups for Real Madrid vs. Benfica in UEFA Champions League knockout round playoff

The Santiago Bernabeu is preparing for a European night charged with tension, controversy, and uncertainty. With a place in the UEFA Champions League last 16 on the line, Real Madrid and Benfica arrive with more than just tactical questions to answer. Vinicius has been at the center of a storm both on and off the […]
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/ 50 days ago

Jose Mourinho’s Benfica issues strong response to UEFA provisional sanction over Prestianni-Vinicius Jr racism case

Ahead of the second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoffs, UEFA has decided to provisionally sanction Gianluca Prestianni, ruling him out of the match against Real Madrid. In response, José Mourinho’s team has taken a firm stance, making its position clear.
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/ 50 days ago

UEFA officially takes provisional action on Vinicius Jr.’s complaint against Gianluca Prestianni ahead of the Real Madrid vs. Benfica match.

Following the serious allegation of racial discrimination made by Vinicius Jr. against Gianluca Prestianni, the second leg between Real Madrid and SL Benfica was shaping up to be tense. In an effort to ease the situation, UEFA has taken a provisional measure ahead of the upcoming match.
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/ 51 days ago

Vinicius Jr. could decide his future soon as Real Madrid reportedly take major step forward in contract talks

Despite being a cornerstone of Real Madrid, Vinicius Jr.’s future was quite uncertain, as his contract renewal appeared to be stalled. However, Los Blancos have reportedly taken decisive steps toward securing the Brazilian’s continuity.
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/ 53 days ago

Ancelotti admits calling out Vinicius for clash with Alonso during Real Madrid-Barcelona: ‘The reaction was bad’

Carlo Ancelotti admits he called out Vinicius after is reaction with Xabi Alonso during a La Liga Real Madrid-Barcelona.
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/ 53 days ago

Bayern Munich’s Vincent Kompany blasts José Mourinho over Vinicius Jr remark: ‘It was a huge mistake in terms of leadership’

Although Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr’s complaint against Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni is already under investigation, José Mourinho’s remarks continue to generate controversy. Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany even decided to deliver strong criticism of the Portuguese coach.
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/ 54 days ago

Lilian Thuram strongly criticizes José Mourinho for his words to Vinicius Jr: ‘There’s a feeling of superiority and white narcissism’

Following the match between Benfica and Real Madrid, José Mourinho delivered strong criticism of Vinícius Jr.’s attitude. As a result, he has received heavy backlash, with the most recent coming from legend Lilian Thuram, who made his perspective on the Portuguese coach clear.
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/ 54 days ago

Vinicius racism incident sparks Real Madrid response: Alvaro Arbeloa’s side takes firm stand as UEFA faces pressure

Vinicius, one of the game’s most influential forwards and the face of the club, found himself at the center of a controversy that reignited long-standing debates about racism in European soccer.
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/ 55 days ago

Vinicius defended by Benfica legend amid alleged racism in Real Madrid’s Champions League victory

A former Benfica player defended Vinicius on the polemic in Real Madrid's Champions League victory.
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/ 55 days ago

Thierry Henry offers firm support to Vinicius in racism allegation: ‘Prestianni, I’m sure, will not tell us what he actually said’

Vinicius Jr shone with his stunning goal in the game between Real Madrid and Benfica, but his denunciation of racist acts by Gianluca Prestianni took center stage. In response, legend Thierry Henry offered strong support to the Brazilian, strongly criticizing the young Argentine.
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/ 55 days ago

FIFA discusses on Players’ Voice Panel a major change after Vinicius Jr. racism allegation against Prestianni

Following the complaint of alleged racist acts by Vinicius Jr against Gianluca Prestianni, UEFA has decided to open an investigation into the matter. Alongside this, FIFA is discussing a major change in soccer within the Players' Voice Panel, aiming to eradicate racial discrimination.
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/ 55 days ago

FIFA breaks silence after UEFA’s decision: President Gianni Infantino takes firm stand following Vinicius racist abuse controversy

Vinicius once again found himself at the center of a heated controversy during a tense European night, with FIFA president Gianni Infantino watching closely as soccer’s governing bodies moved to address yet another racism allegation.
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/ 55 days ago

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni delivers another response to racism allegations from Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr.

Although Real Madrid secured the victory, everything faded into the background after Vinicius Jr. reported alleged racist acts by Gianluca Prestianni of Benfica. As UEFA announces investigations, the Argentine firmly defends his innocence on social media.
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/ 55 days ago

UEFA makes key decisions on Vinicius Jr.’s claims of racism against Gianluca Prestianni in Benfica vs. Real Madrid clash

Although Real Madrid secured the victory against Benfica, it was overshadowed by Vinicius Jr.’s accusations of racist behavior against Gianluca Prestianni. In response, UEFA has already taken decisive measures, aiming to put an end to the matter.