After Vinícius Júnior, a Spanish newspaper uses a racist term to call a Brazilian player, Atlético de Madrid’s opponent in the Champions League; understand
As has been common in recent years, newspapers in Spain once again used racist terms towards a Brazilian player, but this time it was not Vinícius Junior. Striker of Feyenoord, Igor Paixão was the target of the newspaper “ÁS” this Tuesday, 28th, when it called him a “descendant of slaves”.
After several criticisms received on social media, the newspaper updated the title of the article, excluding the previously indicated term. The text is about the Brazilian player who has been highlighted in the Netherlands and should threaten the Madrid’s athletic in a clash for the Champions League, this Tuesday, 28.
your player was the target of an article with racist tones and you don’t make a statement repudiating this??
Translation: 👀 Igor Paixão, the descendant of slaves who threatens Atleti pic.twitter.com/DapLu4T1TO
— Lucz (@CRFluucxz) November 28, 2023
It is worth remembering, as previously mentioned, that Vinícius Júnior, from Real Madrid, has suffered several racist insults in recent years, both from journalists, fans and professional colleagues. The athlete’s fight is mainly with the authorities, who so far have not punished anyone involved in the controversies.
Source: sportbuzz
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