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Brazil call for ‘rigorous’ punishments in Vinicius Junior racism case

Brazil call for ‘rigorous’ punishments in Vinicius Junior racism case

Fri, 20 Feb, 2026

Vinicius reported an alleged racist comment while playing for Real Madrid against Benfica this week in the Champions League.

Real Madrid provide ‘all available evidence’ to UEFA in Vinicius racism case

Real Madrid provide ‘all available evidence’ to UEFA in Vinicius racism case

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

The Brazilian forward says he reported racial abuse by a Benfica player to referee Francois Letexier during Tuesday’s match in Lisbon.

Jose Mourinho accused of ‘gaslighting’ by Kick It Out over Vinicius allegations

Jose Mourinho accused of ‘gaslighting’ by Kick It Out over Vinicius allegations

Thu, 19 Feb, 2026

The 25-year-old left the field during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off in Lisbon.

Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks

Kick It Out accuses Jose Mourinho of ‘gaslighting’ over Vinicius abuse remarks

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

Mourinho has been heavily criticised for suggesting Vinicius had provoked the abuse with his goal celebration.

Racists are cowards – Vinicius Junior responds after alleged abuse at Benfica

Racists are cowards – Vinicius Junior responds after alleged abuse at Benfica

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni to the referee.

Vinicius Junior posts message after alleged racist abuse during Benfica game

Vinicius Junior posts message after alleged racist abuse during Benfica game

Wed, 18 Feb, 2026

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting a member of the Benfica team.