Real Madrid star, Vinicius Junior, received his first La Liga red card for slapping Valencia star, Hugo Duro, during a match last night. The incident unfolded when Vinicius was dribbling down Real Madrid's left side and a second ball was thrown onto the pitch from the crowd. Valencia defender Eray Comert attempted to kick the ball off but accidentally struck it at Vinicius, resulting in a yellow card for Comert and a free kick for Madrid. However, the situation escalated when Vinicius pointed out a fan in the crowd, indicating that something had been said. Discussions took place with teammates and referee Ricardo De Burgos Bengoetxea, and despite the option to suspend play, the game continued with warnings issued about racist abuse over the stadium loudspeaker.
In added time, a brawl erupted in the Valencia box, culminating in Vinicius being shown a red card for slapping Hugo Duro. As he exited the field, there was a further confrontation with the Valencia bench. Real Madrid ultimately lost the match 1-0 to Valencia. It is worth noting that Vinicius has faced frequent incidents of racist abuse throughout the 2022-23 campaign, with eight complaints already filed with La Liga. Various videos and tweets highlight the racial abuse Vinicius has endured, with images capturing him being choked by an opponent. The incidents have sparked widespread criticism, raising concerns about the deteriorating state of affairs in La Liga and the urgent need to address and prevent such deplorable treatment.
Racist Abuse to Vinicius Jr once again, and another time in La Liga
Effigys, Racist Banners and Chants
Valencia, Mallorca, Atleti, Barca and Valladolid
Mario Balotelli had racism follow him throughout his entire career too, and many others. Tragic man pic.twitter.com/NJAeVXQmPe
β ππππ’π§πͺ (@OfficialVizeh) May 21, 2023
This is not easy to watch. Or hear. But it is essential. Vinicius Junior. Welling up with tears after being subjected to a fresh wave of racist abuse. This has been a regular occurrence for six months in La Liga. pic.twitter.com/Ro80mHhvCA
β Colin Millar (@Millar_Colin) May 21, 2023
This is what happened when Vinicius got a red card. He gets held with force around his neck for exactly 10 seconds, and when he finally breaks loose his hand unfortunatly hits Hugo Duro's faceβ¦
VAR: Shows only 2 frames of Vini's arm connecting with Duro's face
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β Daniel Cobo-Loneπ§π» (@DCLDesign) May 21, 2023
π§π· Vinicius Jr got fouled, racially abused, choked by the opponent and somehow ended up being the only one with a red cardβ¦ π€
La Liga is taking a turn for the worse in recent times. Disgusting treatment that must be stopped. β pic.twitter.com/tcjSWNSI4i
β PurelyFootball β (@PurelyFootball) May 21, 2023