"LISBON -- Real Madrid's Champions League playoff first leg at Benfica was paused for 10 minutes on Tuesday, after the referee initiated UEFA's anti-racism protocol following Vinícius Júnior's opening goal. The forward put Madrid ahead in the 50th minute in Lisbon, but then spoke to referee Francois Letexier, who made the 'arms-crossed' gesture indicating that an accusation of racist abuse had been made."
"The match at the Estadio da Luz was then put on hold, as Vinícius -- appearing distressed -- spoke to Madrid coach Álvaro Arbeloa, Benfica's José Mourinho and teammates. Vinícius was also shown a yellow card following his goal, after he celebrated with a dance by the corner flag, and was then confronted by several Benfica players. Benfica's Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni was complaining to Vinícius while covering his mouth with his jersey, and then the Brazil forward suddenly pointed to him and ran toward the referee."
Real Madrid's Champions League playoff first leg at Benfica was paused for 10 minutes after UEFA's anti-racism protocol was initiated following Vinícius Júnior's 50th-minute opening goal. The referee, Francois Letexier, made the arms-crossed gesture indicating an accusation of racist abuse. Vinícius appeared distressed, spoke with teammates and coaches, and was booked after celebrating with a dance by the corner flag. Several Benfica players confronted him, including Gianluca Prestianni, who covered his mouth with his jersey while complaining. Vinícius pointed at Prestianni and ran toward the referee before Letexier spoke privately with Prestianni and play resumed.
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