""At the end of the day, we're people, we're humans - we're not machines. Look at what happened with Araujo," said Courtois."
""In the end, everyone ends up like that. But if you look at what happened after [Barcelona's] game against Chelsea, the abuse he [Araujo] received on social media and all that... that's where it all starts.""
""I like the banter in games, but I don't think it always has to involve insults.""
""It creates a good atmosphere, but I think there's been a bit of a lack of respect, because we're human beings.""
Thibaut Courtois urged fans to show more respect to players after Vinícius Júnior was targeted by sections of Athletic Club supporters at San Mamés. Real Madrid defeated Athletic 3-0, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and assisting Eduardo Camavinga. Vinícius responded to abuse with a "three-goal" gesture. Five people received suspended prison sentences earlier this year for racist remarks directed at Vinícius in 2022. Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo took a leave of absence after receiving abuse following his red card against Chelsea. Courtois emphasized that players are human, that banter should not include insults, and that respect has been lacking.
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