“Athletes who fight against racism have their careers damaged,” says Aranha

Mário Aranha commented on the difficulties players have to face and fight against racism

In an exclusive interview with Terrabolistas, Terra’s weekly football program, former footballer, writer and goalkeeping coach Mário Aranha commented on the difficulties players face and fight racism in a way that does not affect about their career.

“All athletes who take a stand and fight racism have their careers compromised in some way or are silenced,” Aranha explained. According to the former player, fighting racism is even more challenging for athletes who are starting their careers, since “they can’t give up fighting for their dream, for the betterment of their family, to fight racism directly” . Aranha also recalled one of the situations of racial hatred that he had to face in his career.

“Athletes who fight against racism have their careers at risk,” says Aranha:

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  “Athletes who fight against racism have their careers damaged,” says Aranha

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Finally, Aranha also assessed the attitude of the player Vinícius Júnior in the face of the recurring racist attacks he has suffered. According to the former player, everyone has their own way of fighting racism and Vini Jr’s is similar to Pele’s.

Aranha comments on the racism suffered by Vini Jr and makes a comparison with Pelé:

Source: Terra

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