Teenager apologizes to Vinicius Junior after racially abusing Real Madrid star

theathletic.com November 29, 2024, 04:01 PM UTC

A 16-year-old who racially abused Real Madrid player Vinicius Junior has written an apology letter. The minor reached an out-of-court agreement with Vinicius and La Liga after using racist language during a match in February. As part of the agreement, the individual has been banned from attending football matches for one year and fined. They will also complete 40 hours of socio-educational work focused on preventing violence and promoting values. Vinicius Junior has faced ongoing racial abuse in Spain. In previous incidents, several individuals were sentenced for similar offenses, highlighting the persistent issue of racism in football.


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