Kylian Mbapp was one of the most prominent players in the controversial series of events in which Vincius Junior was accused of racist insults by Gianluca Prestianni in the Champions League match against Benfica.
His message of solidarity after the match only confirmed that Real Madrid had found a leader who is firmly attached to his teammates.
Message from Mbappu to Vincius Jr.
“BAILA @vinijr and never stop. They never tell us what we have to do or what we have to do,” the French star said on X, publicly showing his full support for the Brazilian player.
The incident unfolded after Vincius Jr. scored a stunning goal to open the scoring around the 50th minute. The Real Madrid attacker celebrated with a characteristic dance in front of the Estidio da Luz crowd, which sparked an altercation with several Benfica players, resulting in the Brazilian receiving a yellow card.
As play was about to resume, Vini approached the referee and pointed out Prestiani, who had pulled his shirt over his face and allegedly directed a racist remark.
Mbapp also loudly criticized what happened in the mixed zone after the 1-0 win.
“It is unacceptable for a player competing in Europe’s top competition to behave like this. UEFA is trying to change the situation, but this is a serious case and I hope a decision will be taken,” the French striker declared.
