'I have to keep fighting': Vinícius Júnior breaks down in tears discussing racism

Brazil's Vinícius Júnior wept after being asked about the racism he has faced while playing for Real Madrid.

The 23-year-old, who moved to the Bernabéu in 2018, has been the victim of racist abuse on several occasions while playing for Los Blancos. 'I'm sorry. I just want to play football,' the forward said as he broke down in tears, adding: 'I just want to do whatever I can for my club and for my family'.

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[AntonJoaquin]

Racism is a sign of weakness, they are not worth your tears brother keep shining! From a Barça fan

[Tae]

Vini is one of the toughest fighters. I hate to see him cry. It breaks my heart into pieces. 💔
Keep going Vini. We've got your back.

[visdaenzo__]

As a barca fan its still heartbreaking to see a very talented player cried like this. I still respect Vini despite playing for my club rival.

[philiq]

It's clear he's been carrying a lot. It's hard to keep your composure in those moments when you have so many raw emotions behind it. All the best to him.

[wesleyhaight]

As a liverpool fan, we are with you all day everyday brother! Bunch of cowards, life is much bigger than football! Respect you forever and always!

[cngkqxx]

Huge respect to VINICIUS. What a man what a warrior what mentality

[souf_ryu]

People of morocco stand with you, you are not alone and we support you no matter what <3

[Tony-lfrv]

People of DR Congo stand with you man!

[CirhaMhlantla]

As a Liverpool fan, YOU'LL NEVER WALK ALONE Vini ❤❤

[hoss]

All human are equal on our earth - and more kindness to each other please.

[mobyelias]

We love you Vini.. From India.. In 2017, when the U-17 World Cup was here, I hoped to see you.. But you were not released by your club and didn't participate. Finally, in 2022, I saw you in the flesh playing for Brazil against Serbia in the Fifa WC.. A memory to cherish.. Stay strong, the majority are with you.. Just ignore the haters.. Your best is yet to come.. Both for club and country..

[shauryabhandari]

We all know what vini has been going through, we all are with you vini. Stay Strong ❤🇧🇷🇧🇷

[hannible]

I saw Real Madrid once here in Florida. Vini you weren’t playing at that time yet. Ronaldo had just left 💔 everyone was so happy to see Madrid. You have the support of so many people around the world, we can’t wait to see you play with madrid here in the states! I’ll be wearing your jersey that day 💪🏽 Muito Respeto 🫡

[sandiletwala]

As a City fan, I support you and your battle. It'll be alright in the end. Keep fighting and keep doing what you love 💙

[LionelHutz]

he is wondering why fans hate him but his behaviours on the pitch are 0%

[darrenlee]

Wonderful footballer no need for racism in football especially directed at this man who is totally humble and down to earth blessing to have Vini amongst us

[PrimeXHibbu]

Vini doesn’t deserve this type of hate 🥺❤️💪🏽🇧🇷

[gmtrgxp]

Keep your head high we support you and love you

[arwienramautarsing]

Stay strong bro. Very primitive reaction from the so called fans. Let's kick racism out of football.

[theadventuresofnekosnowbal]

Fans who engage in racist behaviour should be blacklisted in all football competitions.