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Vinicius Jr. alleges racist abuse during Real Madrid vs. Benfica Champions League match, Kylian Mbappé speaks out
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The Champions League first leg match between Real Madrid and Benfica, which Real Madrid won 1-0, was interrupted for eight minutes due to an alleged racist incident. Vinicius Jr., who scored the opening goal, reported to referee François Letexier that Argentinian winger Gianluca Prestianni had directed racist remarks at him, specifically calling him "mono" "monkey" in Spanish. Prestianni reportedly covered his mouth while speaking. The interruption led to a tense situation involving players and staff, with Kylian Mbappé seen clashing with Nicolas Otamendi, and José Mourinho attempting to calm things. Following the match, Mbappé was the only Real Madrid player to speak to the media, expressing his indignation at Prestianni's behavior, while his teammates left discreetly.
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