Overview

• Vinícius Júnior returns to Valencia's Mestalla Stadium for the first time since experiencing racial abuse from fans last season.
• The incident has sparked widespread discussion on racism in Spanish football, with various actions taken but tensions remaining high.
• Real Madrid leads La Liga, aiming to extend their lead in a match marked as 'high-risk' due to potential security concerns.
• Valencia and La Liga have implemented measures to combat racism, but the effectiveness and sincerity of these actions are under scrutiny.
• The match is anticipated to be highly charged, both on and off the field, with a large demonstration against Valencia's owner also planned.