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New Vinicius Jr Investigation Launched Four Days After Benfica Racism Scandal

Gianluca Prestianni’s agent has provided a forceful update on UEFA’s investigation into Vinicius Jr’s allegations.

Sports Illustrated

‘Nothing changes’: Wesley Fofana and Hannibal Mejbri respond to online racist abuse

The pair were targets of online attacks in the hours after Chelsea’s draw with Burnley

The Independent UK

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Osasuna: Lifeless Effort Snaps La Liga Winning Streak

A limited peformance and individual errors were to blame.

Sports Illustrated

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Osasuna vs. Real Madrid: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Real Madrid enter Saturday’s game as the La Liga leaders.

Sports Illustrated

The Alvaro Arbeloa Effect? Vinicius Jr’s Revival Fuels Real Madrid’s Title Ambitions

The Brazilian is back to his best form after a trying start to 2025–26.

Sports Illustrated

‘Unacceptable’—Kompany Slams Mourinho for Vinicius Jr Remarks

The Portuguese’s stance left many shocked after Vinicius Jr alleged he’d been the victim of racist abuse.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid XI vs. Osasuna: One Eye on Benfica Second Leg—Injury News, Predicted Lineup

Álvaro Arbeloa’s getting a fine tune out of La Liga’s new leaders.

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Mourinho made ‘huge mistake’ after alleged racism towards Vinicius Jr – Kompany

Brazil forward Vinicius reported an alleged racist comment while playing for Real Madrid against Benfica in the Champions League.

The Independent UK

The Emotional Hidden Detail Behind Trent Alexander-Arnold’s Boots

The Real Madrid defender wore special boots for the trip to Benfica on Tuesday night.

Sports Illustrated

Liam Rosenior: Anyone found guilty of racism ‘shouldn’t be in the game’ after Vinicius Jr incident

Vinicius Jr was allegedly racially abused by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni in Tuesday’s Champions League knockout play-off first leg

The Independent UK

Real Madrid provide 'all available evidence' to UEFA in Vinicius Jr racism case

Spanish club thanks global football community for “unanimous support and affection”

Evening Standard

Real Madrid give update on Vinicius Jr racism case

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The Independent UK

Real Madrid issue fresh statement as Uefa investigates Vinicius Jr’s racism allegation

Vinicius Jr claimed that he was racially abused by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni during Tuesday’s Champions League match

The Independent UK

Real Madrid’s Potential Champions League Last 16 Opponents

The 15-time European champions have their sights set on the round of 16.

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FourFourTwo

Will Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni be charged for alleged Vinicius Jr racist abuse?

After the alleged racist abuse of the Brazilian on Tuesday, previous cases shine a light on the next steps

Sports Illustrated

Every Player to Score Four Goals in a Champions League Match

It’s a special achievement to score four or more goals in any game, let alone the Champions League.

Sports Illustrated

Who Is Gianluca Prestianni? The Benfica Player Accused of Racially Abusing Vinicius Jr

Controversy marred Real Madrid’s Champions League battle with Benfica on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

Mark Clattenburg admits he ‘got it wrong’ over reaction to Vinicius Jr racism allegations

The former Premier League referee faced backlash over his remarks on the situation

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Champions League: Mbappé leads backing for race row Madrid teammate Vinicius

Real Madrid's France internationals Kylian Mbappé, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurélien Tchouaméni on Wednesday led the support for their Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian became embroiled in a race row with Benfica striker Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League clash against Benfica.

Sports Illustrated

‘Shocked’—FIFA President Responds to Alleged Racist Abuse Aimed at Vinicius Junior

UEFA already opened up an official review into the incident that occurred in Lisbon on Tuesday night.

The Independent UK

Jose Mourinho accused of ‘gaslighting’ by Kick It Out over Vinicius allegations

The 25-year-old left the field during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off in Lisbon.

Sports Illustrated

Vinicius Junior Closes on Brazil Legend’s Record, Pulls Ahead of Kaka

The No. 7 has now scored 31 goals in his favorite competition.

The Independent UK

Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks

Mourinho has been heavily criticised for suggesting Vinicius had provoked the abuse with his goal celebration.

The Independent UK

‘We’re with you’: Lewis Hamilton shows support for Vinicius Jr after alleged racist abuse

Hamilton, F1’s first black driver, also voiced his support for Real Madrid’s Vinicius after an incident in 2023

Sports Illustrated

What Next for Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid After Shameful Night in Lisbon

Real Madrid’s 1–0 win over Benfica on Tuesday was decided by Vinicius Jr’s goal and defined by the alleged abuse he received.

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