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UEFA Probes Racial Abuse Claims Against Vinicius Junior
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 2:05 PM ET
Summary: UEFA investigates allegations of racial abuse directed at Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.
WHO: UEFA, Vinicius Junior
WHAT: Investigation into racial abuse claims
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 7:18 AM ET
WHERE: Lisbon
WHY: Allegations of a racist slur during a match
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