Sufferer! Vinícius Júnior subjected to racist abuse in 26 matches at 10 different stadiums across Spain

Unsettling statistics for the Real Madrid star.

Details: According to Topskills Sports UK, 25-year-old Real Madrid and Brazil winger Vinícius Júnior has fallen victim to racism in 26 matches played at 10 different stadiums and cities throughout Spain.

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This fact has led some fans to question whether it is Vinícius’s skin color that draws the abuse, or if it stems from his provocative and at times controversial behavior on the pitch, which some see as disrespectful toward opponents.

Previously, Spanish police have repeatedly launched legal cases against fans of several Spanish clubs for targeting Vinícius with racist chants. Some of those offenders have actually received prison sentences.

The recent situation involving Prestianni once again highlights that racism in football is a real issue, though it may not be exactly as certain media outlets portray it.

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