Source：REUTERS/Ana Beltran
[Saba Sports News] The Champions League Round of 16 featured a Madrid derby, with Atletico Madrid hosting Real Madrid. However, during this match, Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior faced discrimination from Atletico Madrid fans. Some fans sang derogatory chants referring to him as a “gorilla.” This caused extreme dissatisfaction from Real Madrid, which publicly condemned the acts of racial discrimination and filed complaints with relevant authorities, demanding strict punishment for those responsible. At the same time, Real Madrid expressed its strong support for Vinicius, pledging to continue efforts to eliminate racism in football. Following the incident, Vinicius took to social media to express his anger and disappointment. He called on fans to collectively resist racial discrimination and uphold fairness and inclusivity in football. The editor believes that this incident not only harmed Vinicius personally but also negatively impacted the image of football. It serves as a reminder that racial discrimination is a global issue that requires collective efforts from society to address.