Vinicius' sending-off vs. Valencia was a fairly unremarkable moment -- and just his second career red card -- but the manner in which it was covered must be scrutinized.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti defended Vinicius Jr. and agreed that it is "difficult to be" the Brazilian in reaction to a red card he received at Valencia.

The visuals of Vinicius Jr. being held back by his teammates after being shown a red card against Valencia at Mestalla went viral, but not many delved deeper into what unfolded on the night.On

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Vinicius Junior was sent off in Real Madrid's recent win over Valencia, and while La Liga handed him a suspension, the Spanish giants have a very good reason to celebrate the decision. Last Friday, Real Madrid secured a crucial victory against Valencia,

Real Madrid have claimed that racial abuse provoked the reaction of Vinicius Junior that led to his red card against Valencia.  Los Blancos have appealed his suspension, and cited discrimination as

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior will serve a two-match ban over his red card against Valencia. The Brazilian will be allowed to play the Spanish Super Cup this week. However, he will sit out league fixtures against Las Palmas and Real Valladolid after that.