Spanish police have arrested four individuals suspected of orchestrating an online hate campaign aimed at Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. The campaign, which utilized the hashtag #MetropolitanoConMascarilla, encouraged fans to wear masks while racially abusing the Brazilian player during a Madrid derby match. This arrest follows a landmark conviction of Valencia fans for racist insults against Vinicius Jr. and highlights the ongoing struggle against racism in Spanish football.
Brazil’s star forward, Vinicius Jr., will miss the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Peru due to a neck injury sustained during a Real Madrid match. This adds to Brazil’s injury woes as they fight for a top-six finish in CONMEBOL qualifying.
Real Madrid secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Villarreal in their La Liga clash, with goals from Federico Valverde and Vinicius Jr. The win keeps Real in contention at the top of the table, but a late injury to Dani Carvajal cast a shadow over the evening.
A fan who racially abused Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr and Villarreal player Samuel Chukwueze during two matches at Mallorca last year has been found guilty and sentenced to a suspended prison term. This is the third conviction against racist behavior directed at Real Madrid players in recent months.
Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga, thanks to second-half penalties from Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe. The match was a tense and exciting affair, with both sides creating numerous chances and hitting the woodwork multiple times.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged the team’s sluggish start to the La Liga season after a draw against Las Palmas, placing the blame on his own tactics and vowing to work harder to improve the team’s performance. He addressed concerns about the team’s lack of mobility and the strikers receiving the ball under pressure, emphasizing the need to find the right game plan.
Real Madrid dropped points in their La Liga opener, salvaging a 1-1 draw against Las Palmas after a shaky performance. The reigning champions struggled throughout the match, falling behind early before Vinicius Jr. equalized from the penalty spot. Despite a lackluster performance, Real Madrid avoided a shock defeat and will look to improve in their upcoming match against Betis.
Brazilian star Vinicius Jr is considering a massive offer from Saudi Arabia, potentially worth over a billion euros. While he is open to exploring the proposal, Real Madrid, his current club, has shown no interest in negotiating a transfer, citing his high buy-out clause. The move comes as Saudi Arabia continues to invest heavily in attracting top players to its domestic league.
Uruguay and Brazil will meet in a highly anticipated Copa America quarterfinal match at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Brazil’s young star Endrick will replace the suspended Vinicius Jr, while both coaches emphasized the importance and respect for the upcoming clash. Uruguay, led by Marcelo Bielsa, aims to continue their impressive form and advance to the semifinals.
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr starred in Brazil’s 4-1 Copa America victory over Paraguay, showcasing his skills and scoring two goals. Coach Dorival Jr praised Vinicius’ performance, highlighting his dynamism and effectiveness. Brazil faces Colombia next, aiming to secure qualification for the quarterfinals.
