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Real's Vinicius slams 'cowards' after racism row interrupts Benfica Champions League clash
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Real's Vinicius slams 'cowards' after racism row interrupts Benfica Champions League clash

France 24 · Feb 17, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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Real Madrid striker Vinicius Junior took aim at racist "cowards" after he was allegedly abused by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni on Tuesday during the first leg of their Champions League play-off, prompting the referee to briefly stop the match and activate an anti-racism protocol.

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