The Real Madrid striker has been the victim of racism for the tenth time this season
Racist acts by Valencia fans against Brazilian Vinícius Jr last Sunday appear to have been the boiling point for the Brazilian. Discriminated for the tenth time this season, Vini appears to be borderline with the constant situation. Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti spoke on Tuesday morning about a possible future for the striker away from the club.
– I spoke to Vinícius and he is very sad, he didn’t train today due to a knee problem and tomorrow he won’t play due to suspension. But he knows he has the support of everyone, not just Madrid. It is unconditional support from rivals as well. But I don’t think he will leave Spain. He loves football and he loves Real Madrid, his love for this club is very big and he wants to make a career here.”
Last Sunday’s visit to Mestalla wasn’t the best for the number 20 Madrid player. In the 27th minute of the second phase, Vinícius had an argument with some fans who called him a “monkey” during the match. The screams could already be heard moments before the nine-minute break. Furthermore, there was still time for a little confusion between the players of both teams. Vini was hanged by Hugo Duro and reacted by hitting him in the face, but only the Real player was sent off, with no penalties for Hugo. Ancelotti also had an argument with a journalist after the game for wanting to talk about racist acts and he took up the matter again at the press conference.
– The truth is that Vinícius is a victim of what he’s going through. Sometimes he passes himself off as the culprit because he is said to be provocative. In Mallorca, in Valladolid, the fans behave badly. It seems customary to insult someone. Why do we have this custom in Spain? This has to stop and we are tired of being insulted at every game. Behind the bench, we’re also called “son of…” and “faggot”. I hope the entities are clear, La Liga and the referees too. Something happened in Valencia that can’t happen. Spain is not a racist country, but there is racism in Spain. As elsewhere. And this must stop – said Ancelotti.Vini discusses with fans after racist chants (Photo: JOSE JORDAN / AFP)
– Giving names and surnames to racists is one of the measures that can be taken. And I think they will do it with the Valencians. If we follow this line, we will have many names and nicknames. But it cannot be the only provision, mind you. I apologize for generalizing my statement. It wasn’t the 46,000 screams. But it wasn’t even one or two – he completed the coach.
Due to being sent off after the confusion with Hugo Duro, Vinícius will miss Real Madrid this Wednesday. For the 36th round of the Spanish league, Meringues receive Real Madrid teammate Rayo Vallecano at the Santiago Bernabéu at 14:30.
Source: Terra
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