This article contains adult content that may be inappropriate for minors. Please confirm that you are 18 years or older to continue. This article contains images or details that some readers may find disturbing. Reader discretion is advised. The Bernabéu, home of Real Madrid and the venue for the second leg of the Champions League playoff against Benfica, displayed a message against racism as the players from both teams entered the pitch. "No to Racism" were the visible words on a giant banner, aimed at reinforcing the Madrid club's zero-tolerance stance towards race-based prejudice. Vinícius Júnior, the forward for the Merengues, complained of being called a "monkey" by Prestianni in the first leg, which led the referee to activate the protocol for such cases, interrupting the match. Following the incident, an investigation was opened, and later, UEFA announced the provisional suspension of the Argentine, who was unable to participate in Benfica's lineup for the match in Madrid. It should be noted that Vinícius Júnior has been booed at the Bernabéu by Benfica fans whenever he touches the ball, a situation that also occurred at the Luz.
Prestianni Incident Real Madrid remains central to this story.
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