Three Arrested for Racist Abuse During El Clásico Match

Spanish police detain two adults and a minor for targeting Barcelona players Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde with xenophobic insults during October's Real Madrid clash.

The arrests stem from racist abuse directed at Barcelona players Lamine Yamal and Alejandro Balde during a 4-0 victory over Real Madrid at the Bernabéu on October 26.
Footage from mobile phones and television broadcasts helped identify the suspects, who allegedly made monkey gestures and used racial slurs, including remarks targeting Yamal's Moroccan heritage.
LaLiga filed a formal complaint, providing evidence and a lip-reading expert's report to assist in the investigation, as part of its ongoing efforts to combat racism in football.
Real Madrid condemned the behavior, launched its own investigation, and pledged disciplinary and legal action against those responsible.
The incident highlights broader issues of racism in Spanish football, with Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior also frequently targeted and becoming a prominent advocate for change.