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Child Racist Gestures Shock Football World
19 Feb
Summary
- Two children made racist gestures from the stands.
- Real Madrid's Fede Valverde reported the incident.
- Referees' inaction highlights protocol concerns.
Recent events have intensified the scrutiny of racism in football, following alleged racist insults towards Vinícius Jr. Videos have surfaced showing two children making deplorable racist gestures from the stands, directed towards the pitch during a recent match. Real Madrid player Fede Valverde reportedly alerted the referee to the incident around the 72nd minute.
However, the referee's alleged lack of response has raised significant questions regarding the effective implementation of football's three-step anti-racism protocol. This protocol allows for match stoppage, temporary suspension, and ultimate abandonment in cases of persistent discrimination.
The circulating images and videos highlight a persistent issue that football must confront with zero tolerance. The incident underscores the responsibility of clubs, referees, and governing bodies to safeguard players and uphold the game's integrity against discriminatory behavior.
