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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

Real Madrid star says Benfica win was a ‘victory for everyone who stands against racism’

Benfica Real Madrid Vinicius Jr Aurelien Tchouameni Gianluca Prestianni
  • Real Madrid secured their place in the Champions League last-16 with a 2-1 victory over Benfica on Wednesday, making it 3-1 on aggregate.
  • Vinicius Jr scored the decisive goal, a week after he accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of directing a racist slur at him during the first leg.
  • Prestianni, who denies the allegations, was provisionally suspended by Uefa, a decision Benfica unsuccessfully appealed.
  • Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni stated the win was a “victory for everyone who stands against racism”, praising Vinicius Jr's continued focus.
  • Benfica manager Jose Mourinho was suspended for the second leg and faced criticism for suggesting Vinicius Jr provoked the abuse.

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Real Madrid’s win a ‘victory for everyone who stands against racism’, says Aurelien Tchouameni

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