Vinícius Insulted in Vallecas and the Brazilian's Gesture Makes Headlines
The Brazilian sent the Vallecas crowd to second place and it is the gesture that has been picked up by all the sports headlines
The match between Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid ended in more than a draw. Vinícius was the protagonist, not only on the field, but also off it.
During the match in Vallecas, the stadium was filled with chants directed at the Brazilian. “Vinícius, beach ball!” chanted some local fans in an act that has been widely criticized.
At the end of the match, the tension continued. As the Real Madrid player headed toward the tunnel to the changing rooms, he received more insults from a group of Rayo supporters .
The Brazilian replied with a gesture that has been the subject of much discussion: he pointed toward them, referring to a possible relegation of Rayo Vallecano. Indicating "to Segunda", he made a two with his hand.
Vinícius' reaction has divided opinions. On the one hand, some consider it a logical reply to the attacks received. On the other, there are those who believe that the player should avoid falling into provocations.
This episode is not the first involving the Real Madrid striker and controversy in stadiums. Vinícius has been the target of insults and derogatory chants on several occasions. This has sparked a debate about racism and respect in soccer.
Vinícius, Constant Focus
Vinícius remains one of the most targeted players in La Liga. His quality on the field and his character have put him at the center of numerous controversies.
Real Madrid have defended their player, considering the insults received unacceptable. The club could lodge a formal complaint with the authorities of La Liga.
For its part, Rayo Vallecano called for calm during the match . Without mentioning Vinícius directly, it urged fans to behave respectfully through the scoreboards.
The incident in Vallecas reopens the debate on the protection of players against inappropriate behavior in the stands . It also puts the spotlight back on Vinícius, who seems to be used to dealing with this type of situation.
The Brazilian's gesture is already making headlines and promises to continue to be a topic of conversation in the coming days.
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