Calls for Lionel Messi to apologize for racist chants made by Argentina's players after winning the Copa America. Video shows squad singing racist chant about French players with African heritage. Messi urged to apologize by government official and sports sub-secretary.
Brazilian soccer star Vinícius Júnior of Real Madrid was the target of racist chants in a game in Spain, leading to three men being sentenced to prison and banned from attending La Liga matches for two years. The incident sparked international outrage and highlighted the issue of racism in soccer.
Real Madrid files complaint over reported racist chants against Vinícius Júnior outside Atletico Madrid and Barcelona stadiums before Champions League games. The club condemns the racism, discrimination, and hate towards the player.