"Benfica was fined 40,000 euros for illicit chants and gestures by two supporters, with a one-year probation period to avoid closing part of Estadio da Luz."
"Television images showed some fans making monkey gestures after Madrid's 1-0 win, leading to a nearly 10-minute stoppage when Vinicius reported the abuse."
"Prestianni, who denied the allegation, faces a 10-game ban from UEFA competition games while under investigation for the incident involving Vinicius."
Benfica has been fined 40,000 euros for racist abuse by fans during a Champions League match against Real Madrid. The club faces a one-year probation period to avoid potential stadium closure. An ongoing investigation involves player Gianluca Prestianni, who allegedly racially abused Vinicius Junior. Benfica previously suspended five fans for inappropriate behavior. The match was interrupted when Vinicius reported the abuse, and Prestianni, who denied the allegation, is under investigation and faces a possible 10-game ban from UEFA competitions.
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