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Vini seals late derby win as Real Madrid edge Atlético 3-2
sports20 days ago

Vini seals late derby win as Real Madrid edge Atlético 3-2

Real Madrid came from behind to beat Atlético Madrid 3-2 at the Bernabéu in a pulsating Derbi Madrileño: Lookman put Los Rojiblancos ahead, Vinícius Júnior converted a second-half penalty and then netted the late winner after Nahuel Molina’s equaliser, with Fede Valverde sent off to leave Madrid with 10 men. The piece also notes Dani Carvajal’s uncertain form, Vinícius’s leadership in Mbappé’s absence, and Valverde’s suspension ahead of upcoming fixtures, with Andriy Lunin donning the captain’s armband due to injuries.

via Managing Madrid|
#atletico-madrid#derby-madrid#la-liga
Vinicius eyes Bayern clash as Real Madrid target Champions League quarterfinals
sports24 days ago

Vinicius eyes Bayern clash as Real Madrid target Champions League quarterfinals

Real Madrid beat Manchester City 2-1 to advance in the Champions League and now await Bayern Munich's qualification, with Bayern holding a 6-1 aggregate lead over Atalanta and favored to progress; Vinicius Junior energized by the prospect of a Bayern clash, declaring 'Let's take them on' as teams brace for suspensions and injuries ahead of the next legs.

via Bavarian Football Works|
#bayern-munich#champions-league#quarterfinals
IFAB targets mouth-covering talks to curb on-field abuse
sports1 month ago

IFAB targets mouth-covering talks to curb on-field abuse

IFAB announced it will consider punishing players who cover their mouths while speaking to opponents ahead of the World Cup, after Vinicius Junior accused Gianluca Prestianni of racist abuse and allegedly spoke behind his shirt; Thibaut Courtois welcomed the idea as a potential solution, though officials warn enforcing it will be tough during fast-paced play, and lip-reading has long been used in investigations, underscoring how players shield private conversations in a highly scrutinized sport.

via The New York Times|
#football#ifab#lip-reading
Prestianni to claim Vinícius Jr called him a 'dwarf' in CL clash
sport1 month ago

Prestianni to claim Vinícius Jr called him a 'dwarf' in CL clash

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni, under UEFA review and with a provisional suspension, is set to claim Vinícius Júnior called him a 'dwarf' during the Champions League play-off with Real Madrid. Mbappé backs Vinínius’ account of the abuse, and Prestianni could face a ban of up to ten games for racial slurs and homophobic language under UEFA rules.

via The Times|
#gianluca-prestianni#racism-in-football#real-madrid
Mourinho Defends Benfica, Urges Respect After Vinícius Júnior Incident
sports1 month ago

Mourinho Defends Benfica, Urges Respect After Vinícius Júnior Incident

Real Madrid defeated Benfica 1-0 in Lisbon with Vinícius Júnior scoring the winner, after a 10-minute stoppage due to racist abuse. Mourinho addressed the incident by saying he wouldn’t take sides, urged respectful celebrations, defended Benfica’s history, and noted that racism occurs in many stadiums while emphasizing his independence in judging the situation.

via Managing Madrid|
#benfica#jose-mourinho#racism-in-sport
Mourinho accuses Vinicius Jr. of provoking racism in Benfica showdown
sports1 month ago

Mourinho accuses Vinicius Jr. of provoking racism in Benfica showdown

Mourinho claimed Vinicius Jr incited racist abuse during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off with Benfica, contrasting his celebration with accusations of provocation. Vinicius said he was racially abused by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni after scoring; Prestianni denied the insult. Benfica argued the claims could not be heard in the footage. The remarks drew criticism from Seedorf and Henry, while UEFA said official reports are being reviewed.

via The New York Times|
#benfica#gianluca-prestianni#jose-mourinho
Vinicius racism row overshadows Benfica tie as Mourinho faces backlash
sports1 month ago

Vinicius racism row overshadows Benfica tie as Mourinho faces backlash

Vinicius Junior reported alleged racist abuse by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni during Real Madrid's 1-0 win, triggering a 10-minute stoppage; Mourinho sparked backlash by suggesting Vinicius celebrated disrespectfully and questioning whether Benfica is racist, comments described as a ‘big mistake’ by Seedorf and condemned by Alexander-Arnold. The incident drew further condemnation from Mbappe and Henry, with calls for urgent UEFA action ahead of the second leg.

via BBC|
#benfica#champions-league#racism
Real Madrid edge Benfica after 10-minute pause sparked by racist abuse allegation
sports1 month ago

Real Madrid edge Benfica after 10-minute pause sparked by racist abuse allegation

Real Madrid’s Champions League knockout tie at Benfica was paused for 10 minutes after Vinicius Junior alleged racist abuse; following a discussion with referee Francois Letexier and an interaction with Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni, play resumed with Real Madrid leading 1-0. The match finished 1-0 after extended stoppage time (12 minutes), during which an object struck Vinicius. Vinicius posted a condemnation of racism on Instagram, while Pavlidis defended Prestianni and no further comments from him have been issued.

via BBC|
#benfica#champions-league#racism
Vinícius doubles down as Madrid extend La Liga run with 4-1 over Sociedad
sports1 month ago

Vinícius doubles down as Madrid extend La Liga run with 4-1 over Sociedad

Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Bernabéu to extend their La Liga winning streak to eight, with Vinícius Júnior scoring two penalties and goals from Fede Valverde and Gonzalo García, while Mikel Oyarzabal netted a late penalty for Real Sociedad. Mbappé did not feature due to a knee issue, and the piece also frames questions on the right-back choice and how García fits with Mbappé, along with notes on penalties this season and Madrid’s ongoing defensive stats challenge.

via Managing Madrid|
#gonzalo-garcia#la-liga#real-madrid