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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Javier Tebas apologises for his reaction to Vinicius Junior’s racism allegations

AP

LaLiga president Javier Tebas has apologised for suggesting Vinicius Junior was being “manipulated” when the Real Madrid winger called out racism he has suffered in Spain.

The Brazil international took to social media to speak out after being abused in Sunday’s game at Valencia, saying it was a problem he had endured throughout the league.

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