Atlético Madrid vs Real Madrid

Speaking on Radio MARCA, Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has opined on the controversy surrounding Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr's dancing ...

There have been calls for a stadium ban so an example can be set to send a no-tolerance message towards racism in football matches. So, all eyes will be on Vinicius when the two teams take the field at the Civitas Metropolitano in a few hours’ time. And now, Atletico Madrid president, Enrique Cerezo has also weighed in on the topic, claiming that Vinicius is well within his right to celebrate as he deems fit. If he wants to celebrate it, let him celebrate with respect,” Cerezo said. It’s safe to say that the racist chants aimed at Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr by a number of Atletico Madrid fans were horrific, to say the least. [Atletico Madrid News](https://madriduniversal.com/category/atletico-madrid-news/)

Real Madrid midfielder (winger?) Fede Valverde put in yet another excellent shift vs Atletico Madrid on Sunday night at the Civitas Metropolitano — a game ...

He contributed to both goals, and as always, provided the intangibles: energy and fight. His line-breaking ball-carry led to Real Madrid’s first goal, and his sprint to meet a rebound on a fast break sealed Real Madrid’s game-winning goal. More and more he’s growing into his role on the right-wing.

Vinicius Junior revelled in Real Madrid's derby win on Sunday evening by posting lyrics of a chant mocking city rivals Atletico Madrid over losing Champions ...

[Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/vinicius-real-madrid-atletico-dance-28025850#comments-section) Will Real Madrid be able to continue their success in Spain and Europe this season ? That came after Vinicius was targeted with a [racist slur on live Spanish TV](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/vinicius-junior-real-madrid-racism-28014739) by agent Pedro Bravo. (and everything remains the same). The Brazilian revelled in the victory after the game by posting lyrics of a Real Madrid fan chant which mocks their Atletico counterparts. Vinicius has bagged five goals in all competitions this campaign for Carlo Ancelotti’s side. Bravo said during an El Chiringuito discussion of the Brazil international that "in Spain, you have to respect rivals and stop playing the monkey". It has opened a discussion across Spain and further afield of the language and attitude applied towards footballers with racial undertones. [Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/vinicius-real-madrid-atletico-dance-28025850#comments-section) Vinicius quote tweeted Chema Calderón, who wrote in the aftermath of the match: "Perdiendo las finaaleeeeeees..." [videos emerged on social media](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/atletico-madrid-racism-vinicius-jr-28022219) of racist chanting from large sections of the Atletico support prior to the game getting underway. [videos emerged on social media](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/atletico-madrid-racism-vinicius-jr-28022219) of the abhorrent language used. [Real Madrid](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/real-madrid-cf) forward [Vinicius Junior](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/vinicius-junior) revelled in his side’s [derby victory against Atletico Madrid on Sunday](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/vinicius-real-madrid-atletico-madrid-28022707) by posting lyrics of a chant mocking Diego Simeone’s side.

Racist chanting from a group of Atlético Madrid fans towards Real Madrid player Vinícius Jr. was caught on camera ahead of the Madrid derby on Sunday.

"Since my intention was not to offend anyone, I sincerely apologize, I'm sorry." [wrote on Twitter](https://twitter.com/Atleti/status/1571563985631076353) [since apologized on Twitter](https://twitter.com/PedroBravoJ/status/1570596236755075073)

La Liga has stated it will work with the authorities to identify those involved with racist chanting towards Vinicius Junior.

"It was a racist comment," said Neville. "So now, we'll see what MLS does about it. "It was unacceptable. "We work with clubs to keep our football friendly and enjoyable. A word was used. Bravo has since apologised for his comments.

A clip of Dani Carvajal leaving Antoine Griezmann on the ground with a beautiful piece of skill during Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Atletico has gone viral.

[Real Madrid’s website](https://www.realmadrid.com/en/news/2022/09/18/ancelotti-i-cant-ask-any-more-from-this-team) as saying: “We’ve got a very competitive squad and we’ve done it without [Karim] Benzema, our most important player. We had the game under control, but we had to dig in at the end because Atlético’s goal created problems for us. [https://t.co/tAQBUX0Y1q] [pic.twitter.com/ihZXjpR9oC] [September 18, 2022] (@GreatWhiteNueve) [pic.twitter.com/EBReotNaDk] [September 18, 2022] [pic.twitter.com/bcj6XRGDn5] [September 18, 2022]

Vinicius Jr was targeted before and during Sunday's Madrid derby at the Metropolitano Stadium.

He posted a picture of himself and Rodrygo celebrating, alongside the caption: "Baile donde quieras…" "Those are dances to celebrate the cultural diversity of the world. I'm not going to stop,” said the 22-year-old. After following through on his promise to dance against Atletico, Vinicius took to social media after the match. Atletico Madrid captain Koke warned Vinicius he could be in "trouble" if he chose to dance at the Metropolitano Stadium, although the Spain international also added that the Brazilian was free to celebrate as he wished. [ after they danced to celebrate the latter's opening goal in a 2-1 win for Real Madrid.](https://www.sportbible.com/football/real-madrid-vinicius-jr-rodrygo-dance-20220918)

LaLiga will report racist chanting aimed at Vinicius Junior by Atletico Madrid fans before Sunday's derby, the league confirmed to ESPN.

[Federico Valverde](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/235818/Federico-Valverde) to put Madrid 2-0 up, before [Mario Hermoso](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/222529/Mario-Hermoso) scored late on for Atletico. [Rodrygo](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/267804/Rodrygo) both reacted to Madrid's opening goal in the game with Atletico, scored by Rodrygo in the 18th minute, by dancing in front of the home fans. [racist chanting](/soccer/atletico-madrid-espatletico_madrid/story/4749893/atletico-madrid-fans-filmed-racially-abusing-real-madrid-forward-vinicius) aimed at [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86) forward [Vinicius Junior](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/252107/Vinícius-Júnior) by [Atletico Madrid](/soccer/team?id=1068) fans before Sunday's derby, the league confirmed to ESPN.

Real Madrid have confirmed their starting lineup for the derby against Atletico Madrid at the Civitas Metropolitano. In what promises to be a feisty ...

Asensio has less than a year left on his contract with Real Madrid and talks over a new deal broke down earlier this year due to his exorbitant wage demands. And it seems that Barcelona have also now joined the list of interested parties. However, he did manage to score his first goal of the season last week against RB Leipzig. Real Madrid have confirmed their starting lineup for the derby against Atletico Madrid at the Civitas Metropolitano. Militao’s return from injury is a major boost for Real Madrid. [Real Madrid News](https://madriduniversal.com/category/real-madrid-news/)