Brazil national team takes stand against racism with friendly matches against Aafrican teams

Brazil national team takes stand against racism with friendly matches against Aafrican teams
Sunday 28 May 2023 - 10:00

Brazil’s national football team, in support of Vinicius Jr. and to combat racism, will play friendly matches against two African nations, announced the Brazilian Football Association (CBF) on Friday.

The first game will take place in Barcelona on June 17th against Guinea, followed by the socond game against Senegal in Lisbon three days later.

These games come in response to the racial abuse Vinicius Jr. faced during Spanish League matches this season. Brazil’s team aims to stand against racism and show solidarity with their player.

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