Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso and Vinicius
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Albacete say they are searching for the culprit of vile racist abuse, after a banana was thrown at Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior. The story of the week in Spain was Real Madrid’s exit from the
Albacete Balompié has issued an official statement filled with indignation following the incidents that occurred in their stadium during the match against Real Madrid. The club described the racist
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone has apologized to Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez and forward Vinícius Júnior after arguing with the player during a Spanish Super Cup match.
The 25-year-old, who has been repeatedly targeted for racial abuse in Spain for several years, was also abused before the match.
Vinicius Junior's moment of magic for Real Madrid in their Super Cup clash with Clasico rivals Barcelona counted for little in the grand scheme of things, as they suffered a 3-2 defeat, but it did see him match a notable record.
Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone has apologized to Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. and President Florentino Perez for comments made during the Spanish Super Cup.
Simeone also apologised to Madrid president Florentino Perez and described his actions from Thursday's fixture as "not acceptable".
Vinicius has often found himself embroiled in controversy when it comes to his on-field antics and was recently the victim of taunts from Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone during the Super Cup semifinal.
Real Madrid’s crisis has deepened with the news that Kylian Mbappe will miss this weekend’s crucial clash against Levante. New interim boss Alvaro Arbeloa, who replaced the sacked Xabi Alonso just days ago,