You feel you’re alone – Tearful Vinicius Junior explains impact of racist abuse

“More and more I’m losing my desire to play, but I’ll keep fighting.”
You feel you’re alone – Tearful Vinicius Junior explains impact of racist abuse

Vinicius Junior in action for Brazil at Wembley (Mike Egerton/PA).

Vinicius Junior broke down in tears in a media conference when asked about racism ahead of Tuesday night’s friendly between Spain and Brazil.

The Brazil and Real Madrid forward has been the target of racist abuse throughout his time in the Spanish capital and the ‘One Skin’ match at the Bernabeu was arranged last June as part of an anti-racism campaign in support of the player.

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