Mallorca’s recent LaLiga meeting with Real Madrid took a disturbing turn when a fan was caught on camera making monkey gestures in response to a goal scored by Madrid midfielder Aurélien Tchouaméni. This disrespectful behavior did not go unnoticed, as the club immediately began working with authorities to identify the individual responsible for these offensive actions.
LaLiga is expected to formally denounce the alleged racial abuse that occurred during the match. In a statement, Mallorca made it clear that they have a zero-tolerance policy towards any form of racism and are actively participating in campaigns to eradicate this issue from the world of sports. The club expressed their stance against racism and emphasized that they do not want one isolated incident to tarnish the image of Mallorca fans as a whole.
Unfortunately, this is not the first time that players from Real Madrid have been subjected to racial abuse during a match at Mallorca. Vinícius Júnior previously reported being called a monkey during a league match at the same stadium last year. The fan responsible for this incident was accused of a hate crime, appearing before a judge and subsequently being banned from the stadium for three years.
Vinícius has faced multiple instances of racial abuse since his arrival in Spain six years ago, with the most recent incident occurring during a league match last season. Despite these challenges, there has been an outpouring of support for the Brazilian player, as well as increased efforts by local officials to combat racism in professional football. The “One Skin” friendly between Spain and Brazil served as a platform to highlight the ongoing fight against racism in the sport.
In the midst of these troubling events, Real Madrid emerged victorious in Saturday’s match against Mallorca, securing a 1-0 win thanks to Tchouaméni’s goal. The victory placed Madrid at the top of the LaLiga standings, leading defending champions Barcelona by eight points. Meanwhile, Mallorca currently sits in 15th place in the table, six points above the relegation zone.
Overall, these incidents of racial abuse serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced in the fight against racism in football. It is imperative for clubs, leagues, and authorities to take swift and decisive action against such behavior to ensure that the sport remains inclusive and welcoming for all players and fans alike.
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