River Plate Women’s Players Released After Arrest Over Racist Incident in Brazil

Four Argentinian footballers must remain in Brazil and report to court monthly as investigations continue into alleged racist gestures during a match.

• Four River Plate women’s players were detained after allegedly making racist gestures toward a ball boy during a Brazil Ladies’ Cup match against Grêmio on December 21.
• The match was halted in the first half after the alleged incident, leading to a brawl, multiple red cards, and the game being awarded to Grêmio.
• A Brazilian judge ordered the players’ release from prison on the condition that they stay in Brazil and report monthly to São Paulo authorities during the investigation.
• The Brazil Ladies’ Cup banned River Plate from the tournament for two years, with future editions introducing immediate bans for any racist behavior by players or staff.
• River Plate condemned the alleged actions, pledged disciplinary measures, and reiterated their commitment to eradicating discriminatory conduct in football.

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