Real Madrid players take to the pitch wearing Vinicius jerseys to show support
Real Madrid players showed their support for teammate Vinicius Junior by wearing his jersey before the match against Rayo Vallecano. This gesture came after Vinicius faced racist attacks from opposing fans during a game against Valencia, prompting widespread solidarity from the football community. Following the incident, La Liga took decisive action, overturning Vinicius's red card and imposing penalties on Valencia, including a partial stadium closure. Although Vinicius missed the match against Rayo Vallecano due to a knee injury, he is expected to return for the upcoming game against Sevilla.
"Real Madrid" players expressed solidarity with their teammate Vinicius Junior, who was subjected to racist attacks, ahead of the match against "Rayo Vallecano". All members of the Madrid squad took to the pitch wearing jerseys with the Brazilian forward's name and number 20. Goal.com reports this.
As a reminder, Vinicius faced racial discrimination from opposing fans during the match against "Valencia". Following this, representatives of the football world and his teammates launched a large-scale campaign on social media to defend the Brazilian star.
La Liga leadership took decisive measures after this incident. Vinicius's red card and suspension received in the match against "Valencia" were rescinded.
Additionally, "Valencia" club was fined, and a section of their stadium was closed for five matches.
Vinicius Junior missed the match against "Rayo Vallecano" due to a knee injury. However, the forward is expected to return to the squad by the match against "Sevilla" at the end of the week.
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