Reports from Spanish media indicate that Lamine Yamal, the star player for FC Barcelona, faced racist abuse in videos shared on social media during the recent El Clásico match, which Barcelona won 4-0 against Real Madrid on Saturday.
The incidents occurred after Yamal scored Barcelona’s third goal in the 77th minute at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid.
In a statement released on Sunday, Real Madrid announced that it has opened an investigation into the incident.
The statement read: “Real Madrid is conducting an investigation to identify those responsible for these shameful and despicable insults, so that appropriate disciplinary and legal actions can be taken.”
It further emphasized: “Real Madrid strongly condemns any form of racist behavior, xenophobia, or violence in football and sports. The club deeply regrets the abuse directed by a small section of the crowd yesterday.”
The Spanish Football League is also expected to investigate the matter.
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