Ghana’s Inaki Williams Shows Support for Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior As Racism Debate Continues in Spain

• Vinícius Júnior was recently at the centre of a racism incident which has caused an uproar in Spain
• Ghana's Inaki Williams has called for harsh sanctions against those that are found guilty of racism
• La Liga are still continuing their investigations into the racism saga surrounding Vinícius Júnior

Vinícius Júnior has another footballer in his corner as the racist abuse he suffered continues to be a hot topic in Spain.

The Brazilian attacker was first racially abused by the Spanish Agents’ Association president, Pedro Bravo, who criticised his dance celebrations.

He was then targeted by Atletico Madrid supporters ahead of the Madrid derby, with many chanting ‘Vini is a monkey.’

The event drew widespread condemnation from the footballing world and prompted La Liga to open an investigation into the matter.

Diego Simeone's Atletico Madrid aiming to end Real's unbeaten start to the season in Madrid derby

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Numerous footballers rallied behind the Real Madrid star, while others accused him of using the race card as a way to wind up opponents. Vini himself has promised to ignore the haters and keep dancing, Marca reported.

Athletic Club Bilbao attacker, Inaki Williams has now also come out in support of the Madrid player and recounted his own battles with racism in Spain, according to Football Espana.

The Ghanaian international also recently suffered racist abuse from Espanyol fans and spoke out about it.

“We should be an example for people and the children who grow up watching television,” he said.

He added that the sanctions imposed against those found guilty of racism should serve as an example so that others don’t do it in future.

“Between all of us, we can make it so that the beautiful part of football is going to a stadium and supporting a team. Between all of us, we can end this scourge,” Williams added.

Vinícius Júnior vows to keep dancing as footage emerges of the Real Madrid player practising his moves

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Investigations into the matter are still ongoing.

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior accused by Real Mallorca defender of hiding under racism to provoke opponents

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has been accused again of belittling and provoking his opponents during games this season in La Liga, by Real Mallorca defender Antonio Raillo.

Vinicius, who had been racially targeted heavily this season by angry supporters, had several confrontations with Mallorca players when Los Blancos defeated them 3-1 three weeks ago.

According to Football Espana, Antonio Raillo, who was involved in the defeat, has now accused the Brazilian forward of always playing the race card whenever he is accused of being provocative.