‘Straight to jail’: Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr on how racists should be treated

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has said racists in Spanish football should be sent straight to jail from the stadiums for their actions. The Brazilian's statement comes after La Liga was marred by more racist abuse incidents.

During a third-tier game of Spanish football on Saturday (Mar 30), Rayo Majadahonda goalkeeper Cheikh Kane Sarr was given the marching orders after remonstrating with one supporter behind his goal over alleged racial abuse. The game was suspended as Sarr's teammates walked off the pitch.

Earlier in the day, Sevilla manager Quique Sanchez Flores was subjected to racist language by Getafe fans who also yelled «Acuna monkey» and «Acuna, you come from monkeys», at the World Cup-winning player.

Reflecting on the situation, Vini Jr. took to his X (formerly known as Twitter) account and said: «This weekend, I won't even play. But we had three despicable cases of racism in Spain this Saturday alone. All my support for Acuña @AcunaMarcos17 and coach Quique Flores, from @SevillaFC. To Sarr and @RMajadahonda may your bravery inspire others.»

«Racists must be exposed and the games cannot continue with them in the stands. We will only have victory when the racists leave the stadiums straight to jail, a place they deserve,» he added.

Vinicius breaks down

Earlier this week, the winger broke down during a press conference, while talking about racism in Spain. The Brazilian said he only wanted to play football but the racism incidents around him had dwindled his love for the game.

Notably, this is not the first instance when Vini has called upon La Liga to take stringent action against the racists. Last year, he called out the league saying racism was «normal in La Liga».

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