The Prosecutor’s Office takes over the Vinicius case

Author: Europe Press

He Real Madrid filed a report this Monday to the Department against Hate Crimes and Discrimination of the State Attorney’s Office due to the serious events that took place at the Mestalla, with Vinicius How sad it is protagonist because he was the target of several racist insultss. He did the same movement against intolerance (MCI) and the Association of Prof Spanish football players (AFE). He ValenciaFor his part, he has already identified one of those responsible for insulting the Brazilian player. Now, a club working to discover the identity of another i Those involved will be kicked out of their stadium for life in an unfortunate episode.

The Prosecutor for hate crimes in ValenciaSusana Gisbert, reported on the opening of the investigation and warned that appropriate procedures will be implemented, “such as requests for recordings by the media or whoever, and the arbitration act”.

All this in order to decide whether the facts will be presented to the court, archived or sent to another body for possible sanctions in the administrative procedure. In the penal field, explained Gisbert, the punishment must be individual, “you can’t punish the whole stadium, but you have to try to find the culprits”. “The topic is ugly, because it occurs at a sporting event, and the mood is tense because of what the local team is playing for. What is happening in the party is spreading, it is important that we reject racism, especially in an area where a healthy life is valued and which has a great influence on the opinion of minors,” said the prosecutor.

From Prosecutor’s Office in Valencia They also reminded that for similar events they have already proposed fines of 4,000 euros, along with a one-year ban on access to sports facilities.

competitive war

Only this season The league filed nine charges of racism to the Prosecutor’s Office. Eight of them included Vinicius. so it was justified javier thebespresident of La Liga, taking responsibility from the competent authorities for imposing sanctions such as the Spanish Football Federation, through the Competition Commission, and the Government, through the provisions of the National Commission against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sport.

President of the Federation Luis Rubiales, He called for unity and help from all levels to tackle the problem at its root. “In similar situations, they did not allow us to sanction various provisions. I ask the clubs not to delay compliance with the sanctions. The current law will allow us to act differently and immediately, as is happening in England,” he said. Cooperation that seems decisive for the eradication of this social scourge.

Real Madrid, against Rubiales

The white team said in a statement that they were surprised by the statements of Luis Rubiales because of “his passivity, which contributed to Vinicius’ helplessness and helplessness”. In addition, Real Madrid expressed their concern at the lack of action by the federation, “despite the obvious and repeated alarm signals” they condemned. The club hopes to “act strongly”.

A cry for action after a new episode of racism

The insults suffered by Vinicius at the Mestalla set off a chain of reactions in society, with complaints to the prosecutor’s office and requests for urgent measures to remove the stain of racism. Before him the ninth case of racism suffered by Vinicius this seasonAccording to reports gathered by the League, expressions of solidarity came early and from all walks of life.

He Ombudsman He called for the disapproval and condemnation of racist insults, since they affect human rights and fundamental rights. Sources from the institution headed by Ángel Gabilondo pointed out that such an act is “absolutely unacceptable, in any case and in any situation”.

Conviction of President of Brazil Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, was immediate and called on FIFA and the League to take “serious action” against those responsible. “It is not fair that a poor young man who has succeeded in life and is becoming one of the best footballers should suffer this kind of attack,” he said at a press conference at the G7 summit. “We cannot allow fascism and racism to take over football stadiums,” added the leader.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and its president Ednaldo Rodrigues have already expressed their support for Vinicius, describing as a “crime” what he experienced at the Mestalla, where the player was greeted at the entrance to the stadium by several players chanting “you are a monkey”. a dozen fans. “The color of the skin can no longer be a problem. There is no joy where there is racism,” condemned the leader.

The big stars of world football quickly reciprocated in a wave of affection for the Madrid player. Measure like his compatriot Ronaldo Nazario who wondered, “How long?” He also condemned that “as long as there is impunity and collusion, there will be racism.”

Bebeto and Mauro Silva

For its part, the myth of Deportivo and the Brazilian national football team child And he came to the defense of his compatriot: “A competition like the League, quietly in the middle of such a serious situation, a summary to state everything except the most important. This is disgusting, disgusting and unacceptable neither in our sport nor anywhere else. We can’t let it go, we can’t close our eyes to the absurdity of watching match after match,” explains Bebeto on his Instagram profile. “It wasn’t the first, second, or third time. Racism is normal in the League,” Bebeto adds. “How to pretend that nothing is happening? How to continue playing in the midst of racist statements?”, asks the former soccer player.

your countryman Mauro Silva He also stated: “Today is a sad day for world football. We see unacceptable images in the stadium. We cannot and should not normalize it. Fast and rigorous action is necessary to preserve our passion for football. As a former Deportivo player, I share your sadness. I was especially happy, I proudly received Spanish citizenship, my children were born on that wonderful soil and I had the honor of being honored with a street.

Also from Barcelona

As if it were otherwise, in this matter the rivalry is forgotten. So he showed Xavi Hernandez, Barcelona coach: “It’s unfortunate that these things continue to happen in 2023. There are no shields here. It’s about people and we must condemn every act of racism.”

He expressed himself sharply Ferdinand River: «Brother, you need protection… Who is protecting Vinicius in Spain? How many times do we need to see this young man exposed to this shit? I see pain and disgust. He needs help, and the authorities are doing nothing to help him.”

And current stars like the French kylian mbappe They told Vinicius he was “not alone” in his struggle, in a message his teammates also sent him in Brazil as neymar or Lucas Paqueta.

The Association of Spanish football players (AFE), for its part, also requested urgent and “strong action, in the face of such serious events that, unfortunately, they are not isolated”.