Real Madrid striker Vinicius has been called a "monkey" by opposing fans. Valencia prosecutor's office has opened investigations for an alleged "hate crime" This criminal category includes racist insults.
Real Madrid and the AFE, the main players' union in Spain, announced that they had filed a complaint with the Spanish Attorney General's Office - at the national level. The Federation also called for the adoption of "more vigorous measures", which could go as far as the closure of stands or stadiums in case of recidivism.