Daniel Alonso, who is responsible for LALIGA in Brazil, highlighted how racism in Spanish football drew attention to the issue and ways to combat it
This Monday, 11th, Daniel Alonsorepresentative of LALIGA in Brazil, he spoke about the frequent episodes of racism in Spanish football. The Iberian country’s national championship was globally marked by racial prejudice, especially in cases where the star player Vini Jrof Real Madrid and from Brazilian Teamwas the victim.
“Football has to convey that these cases no longer apply”determined Alonso. “It’s using the power of football to put this in front of society and say ‘look, it can’t be done’. Highlight those who do this”. Furthermore, the director explained that the league needs to recognize its own mistakes and demonstrate greater firmness on the topic.
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— Vini Jr. (@vinijr) March 2, 2024
“We have to listen to society and accept criticism when it comes. But also, putting value in what we do”. Last year, LALIGA underwent a brand renewal shortly after the increase in cases of racism, when it felt the pressure and need to take action against discrimination; The invention of an app for reporting at stadiums was one of them.
Source: sportbuzz
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