VINICIUS JUNIOR I've been a football fan for 65 years, live in Brazil, and watched the Benfica Lisbon vs. Real Madrid match on February 18, 2026, including Vinicius Jr.'s goal, his celebration, the confrontation with Prestianni, and the subsequent interruption by the referee due to Vini's accusation of racism (Prestianni had called him an ape). In the following days, the media reported extensively on this event, including a 12-minute statement by Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich's coach, who criticized, among others, Benfica's coach, José Mourinho, for his reaction to the events. Mourinho had criticized, among other things, the way Vini celebrated his goal. I agree with Kompany and many others that racism must be condemned in the strongest terms, and it should be added that Vini has already had to endure this kind of insult approximately 20 times! A clear case of racism, wouldn't you say? Yes, I agree, however, there's something else to consider: After scoring the goal, Vini ran to the corner flag and made obscene gestures towards it! I mean, he made obscene movements at the corner flag pole. I've seen Vini do this before. To put it mildly, it's not exactly a friendly gesture towards the opposing team. "Disrespectful" would probably be the mildest word for it. I don't judge people by their skin color, but by their behavior. I think Vini's way of celebrating his goal was an obscene and disrespectful act towards Benfica Lisbon.