sports
February 18, 2026
Vinícius Júnior after the match against Benfica: They are cowards
Real Madrid footballer Vinícius Júnior, who accused opponents of racial insults during a Champions League match against Benfica, stated that racists are cowards and are protected by those who have the obligation to punish them.
TL;DR
- Vinícius Júnior called racists "cowards" and criticized those who fail to punish them.
- He received a yellow card for his goal celebration, which he did not understand.
- The player alleged racial abuse from Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni, causing a 10-minute match delay.
- Benfica's coach, José Mourinho, was sent off later in the game for protesting.
- Real Madrid won the match 1-0 against Benfica.
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