Real Madrid provide ‘all available evidence’ to UEFA in Vinicius racism caseBy Jamie Gardner, Press Association Chief Sports ReporterReal Madrid say they have supplied “all available evidence” to UEFA as the governing body investigates allegations of racism made by their forward Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian says he reported racial abuse by a Benfica player to referee Francois Letexier during Tuesday’s Champions League knockout round play-off tie in Lisbon. UEFA said on Wednesday it had opened a disciplinary investigation into events at the match, and Real have now issued an update. “Real Madrid is grateful for the unanimous support and affection that our player Vinicius Jr. has received from all sectors of the global football community. Mourinho told Amazon Prime: “I told (Vinicius), when you score a goal like that you just celebrate and walk back.

Source: Irish Independent February 19, 2026 13:18 UTC