The three individuals responsible for racially abusing Real Madrid star and potential Ballon D’or winner Vinicius Junior have been handed eight-month sentences each in a court ruling.
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The unfortunate racial incident occurred in May 2023 during a La Liga match at Mestalla, where Vinicius Junior was subjected to monkey noises from the stands.
The three fans identified as the culprits, all fans of Valencia FC, have now been punished, as confirmed by Football Espana.
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Vinicius Junior has come out to comment on his satisfaction on the court ruling that has led to the eight-month sentence.
Vinicius Junior, who bravely called out the racial abuse he faced, has continued to excel on the field.
Vinicius Junior’s outstanding performances have been instrumental in Real Madrid’s success, including their recent Champions League victory under manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Vinicius Junior has remained in top form, earning recognition as a strong contender for the next Ballon d’Or award.
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