Vinicius Jr
Suspended Prestianni travels with Benfica for Real Madrid clash
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Gianluca Prestianni, provisionally suspended by UEFA for an alleged racial slur against Vinicius Jr, has joined the Benfica squad in Madrid for the Champions League play-off second leg against Real Madrid. The Argentine denies any wrongdoing, and Benfica officials have voiced strong support for his innocence. Tensions remain high following the first leg, where Vinicius scored the winner amid the controversy.
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr has a markedly different appearance following chin harmonisation surgery performed in Brazil. The 26-year-old underwent the procedure after Brazil's round of 16 exit to Norway at the World Cup.
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Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has expressed excitement about reuniting with Neymar for the 2026 World Cup after the veteran forward received a call-up from coach Carlo Ancelotti.