The sanction Prestianni could face for alleged racist insult to Vinícius
According to preliminary reports, Argentinian Gianluca Prestianni allegedly uttered racist insults five times towards Brazilian Vinicius, a situation reported by Frenchman Kylian Mbappé after the match. The referee applied the anti-racism protocol immediately after the Brazilian forward reported the incident.
TL;DR
- Gianluca Prestianni is under investigation by UEFA for alleged racist insults towards Vinicius Júnior.
- The incident occurred during a match between Benfica and Real Madrid.
- Kylian Mbappé reported the alleged insults.
- UEFA is reviewing reports and may open disciplinary proceedings.
- The investigation also includes object throwing from the stands and the expulsion of Benfica coach José Mourinho.
- Potential sanctions for Prestianni could include a ban of up to 10 matches in European competitions.
- The UEFA anti-racism protocol involves a multi-stage response to discriminatory behavior, including game interruption and potential final suspension.