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Real begin probe after fan appeared to do Nazi salute
Real Madrid swiftly expelled a supporter who made a Nazi salute before the Benfica match and requested immediate disciplinary action, amid ongoing racial abuse investigations.
- On February 25, 2026, Real Madrid CF urgently requested expulsion proceedings after a member appeared to perform a Nazi salute in the Supporters' Stand and was immediately expelled by stadium security.
- After the first leg's alleged racial abuse, UEFA provisionally suspended Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni while investigating accusations against Vinicius Jr.
- Despite a 'no al racismo' banner, Real Madrid condemned this gesture, and photos circulated showing supporters giving a Nazi salute.
- UEFA has said it will review referee reports, match footage, and additional evidence before its Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body decides on sanctions, which could affect Benfica's European progress.
- The supporter denied giving a Nazi salute and posted a video claiming his 'conscience is clear,' citing Spanish law that does not automatically criminalize the gesture, while Real Madrid seeks to ban him.
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The incident occurred shortly before kick-off of the match against Benfica, an event that was considered tragic after the history created with Vinicius in the first match.
Real Madrid football club has launched an investigation after a fan allegedly made a Nazi salute during the second leg of their Champions League play-off against Benfica.
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Leaning Left10Leaning Right8Center6Last UpdatedBias Distribution42% Left
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- 42% of the sources lean Left
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L 42%
C 25%
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