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What Next for Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid After Shameful Night in Lisbon

Real Madrid’s 1–0 win over Benfica on Tuesday was decided by Vinicius Jr’s goal and defined by the alleged abuse he received.

Sports Illustrated

UEFA set to probe racism row after Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr claims abuse in Benfica match

Vinícius accuses Benfica’s Prestianni of racist abuse in Real Madrid’s win in Lisbon on Tuesday night, halting play for 10 minutes as UEFA considers an investigation into the incident.

Euronews

Benfica's Prestianni denies racially insulting Real Madrid's Vinícius in Champions League game

Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni has denied racially insulting Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior

The Independent UK

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Clause emerges that could see Jose Mourinho manage Vinicius Jr: report

Jose Mourinho is currently managing Benfica, but has a clause in his deal that could become significant

FourFourTwo

Racists are cowards – Vinicius Junior responds after alleged abuse at Benfica

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni to the referee.

The Independent UK

Ignore Mourinho’s disgraceful response – on Vinicius Jr’s racism allegations, only one thing needs to be said

COMMENT: The idea that Vinicius ‘provokes’ the racism he receives as suggested by Mourinho needs to be firmly rejected, writes Miguel Delaney, with the Portuguese coach showing once and for all that he is behind the times

The Independent UK

Mourinho points finger at Vinicius Jr in racism row

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Alexander-Arnold, Mbappe Rally Around Vinicius Jr—Uniting Real Madrid in Face of Adversity

Los Blancos’ victory over Benfica became about much more than just football.

Sports Illustrated

Vinicius Junior posts message after alleged racist abuse during Benfica game

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting a member of the Benfica team

The Independent UK

Olympiacos vs. Bayer Leverkusen: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

The hosts beat Leverkusen 2–0 on the penultimate league phase matchday.

Sports Illustrated

Vinicius Junior Reports Racist Abuse As Real Madrid Match Temporarily Suspended, UEFA Protocol Triggered

The Real Madrid winger told the referee he was subject to racial abuse by a Benfica player.

Sports Illustrated

'I can relate': Thierry Henry reacts to alleged Vinicius Junior racist abuse during Real Madrid win

Real Madrid star was subject of alleged abuse during chaotic Champions League clash

Evening Standard

Real Madrid earn slim lead over Benfica amid fury over racism incident

Elsewhere, Galatasaray stormed to victory over Juventus and there were wins for Borussia Dortmund and PSG

The Independent UK

'A disgrace for football': Trent Alexander-Arnold hits out at alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior

Real Madrid star was incensed after opening scoring in Lisbon

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Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Benfica: Controversy Overshadows Vinicius Jr Golazo

The 15-time European champions enacted their revenge on Benfica.

Evening Standard

Trent Alexander-Arnold: Wayne Rooney explains how England star can become 'world's best full-back'

Real Madrid man has struggled with injury in his debut campaign

Evening Standard

Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid: Vinicius Junior the matchwinner in fiery Champions League encounter

10-minute delay occurred for an investigation into racist abuse on Real Madrid star

The Independent UK

‘A disgrace to football’: Vinicius Jr reports racist abuse as Real Madrid match halted

Vinicius had an altercation with a Benfica player after scoring the only goal of the game, with the forward responding to the incident afterwards by saying ‘racists are cowards’

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Benfica vs Real Madrid Free Streams: How to watch Champions League 2025/26 1st leg from anywhere in the world, team news

All the ways to watch Benfica vs Real Madrid live streams for free, with Jose Mourinho out to haunt his old side in this UCL knockout phase playoff 1st leg.

The Guardian - UK

Benfica 0-1 Real Madrid, Monaco 2-3 PSG, and more: Champions League – as it happened

Clockwatch: Exciting victories for Galatasaray and PSG were overshadowed by the alleged racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior. Scott Murray was watching

Sports Illustrated

Why Rodrygo, Jude Bellingham Aren’t Playing for Real Madrid vs. Benfica

Two of Los Blancos’ big name stars did not make the trip to Lisbon.

Sports Illustrated

Jude Bellingham Suffers ‘Injury Setback’ At the Worst Time for Real Madrid

The midfielder could now miss up to 11 games for Los Blancos.

Evening Standard

Benfica vs Real Madrid LIVE: Champions League result, latest updates, and fan reaction

Los Blancos out for revenge after league phase defeat

Sports Illustrated

How to Watch Benfica vs. Real Madrid on TV, Live Stream

Tensions are high after Benfica’s dramatic victory earlier this year.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho’s Stance on Managerial Reunion After Contract Revelation

Mourinho has been given the perfect stage to stake his claim for a Bernabéu return with this month’s Champions League knockout ties.

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