Infantino made a statement after the racism scandal with Vinicius

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The President of the International Football Federation Gianni Infantino reacted to the huge scandal that was about to take place in the Champions League match between Benfica and Real Madrid.

A football official published an official statement accusing Vinicius Junior of displaying racism. Having voiced the inadmissibility of discrimination in sports from his bestial Infantino and expressed support for the suffering gravel.

“I was shocked and embarrassed by the racist imagery around the time of the Champions League match in Lisbon. Football has no place for racism or any form of discrimination. “The people who have become the target of racism continue to support me,” said the FIFA President.



Infantino also mentioned the need to strengthen the protocols to combat racism, which may be stuck at all levels of football..

" All bodies responsible for football are obliged to take decisive steps against those who commit such dangerous actions,” adding.

This statement will put pressure on UEFA, which has already opened an investigation into the incident involving Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni and the behavior of fans at the Luz Stadium.

Based on materials: goal.com



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