Uefa suspenderer Benfica-stjerne etter rasismeanklager – mister Real Madrid-kamp

Det europeiske fotballforbundet har besluttet å suspendere Benficas Gianluca Prestianni i én kamp som følge av anklagene om rasisme mot Vinicius Junior.

23 Feb, 14:14 — 23 Feb, 14:19

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Why this matters

This story highlights the ongoing issue of racism in football, particularly given Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr's past experiences as a target of racist abuse. UEFA's swift action to provisionally suspend a player underscores the governing body's commitment to combating discrimination and sending a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated in the sport.

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Gianluca PrestianniBenfica player, provisionally suspended Vinicius JrReal Madrid player, alleged victim of racism UEFAEuropean football governing body, issued suspension BenficaFootball club, Prestianni's team Real MadridFootball club, Vinicius Jr's team

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