La Liga
Fan Who Racially Abused Vinicius Jr Handed Sentence
A fan who racially abused Real Madrid forward, Vinicius Jr, and Villarreal player, Samuel Chukwueze, in two games at Mallorca last year has been found guilty and handed a suspended prison sentence, Real Madrid said on Thursday.
The aggressor, whose identity was not disclosed in the La Liga club’s statement, received a 12-month suspended sentence following his apology to Vinicius in a letter and completion of anti-discrimination training.
He was also banned from stadiums for three years.
“This is the third criminal conviction handed down in recent months for racist insults received by Real Madrid players,” Real the team said. “Real Madrid … will keep working to protect the club’s values and eradicate any racist behavior in the world of football and sport.”
The abuse of Vinicius and Chukwueze both took place at the Son Moix stadium in Mallorca’s capital Palma, two weeks apart.
At the Mallorca vs Real Madrid game, supporters could be heard on video calling the Brazilian player a monkey. He has been vocal in denouncing racism at football matches in Spain.
A minor who racially insulted Real midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni in April of this year has also expressed remorse and issued an apology, according to the club.
The youth has been banned from attending stadiums for one year, will participate in educational activities recommended by the prosecutor’s office, and is required to pay a fine.
