LaLiga disclosed formal complaints regarding racist insults directed at the player Vinícius Jr. during the match between Real Valladolid and Real Madrid on the latest matchday. The complaints were submitted to the appropriate judicial, administrative, and sports bodies authorized to review such cases, reflecting a coordinated effort to ensure accountability across institutions that govern football in Spain and beyond.
In addition, LaLiga filed a criminal complaint for hate crimes with Valladolid’s investigative courts, accompanied by audiovisual evidence gathered during the investigation. The documentation includes images and sounds published in open sources to demonstrate the incidents and support the case.
Furthermore, LaLiga’s transfer records were presented to the Valladolid investigative courts. The league also filed a separate criminal complaint with the prosecuting office for hate crimes, citing new developments that emerged from the case and are of public interest for the integrity of the competition.
As has been the pattern in recent seasons, complaints regarding racist insults were also submitted to the RFEF Competition Committee and to the State Commission against Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sport for analysis and enforcement. These steps illustrate a multi-layered approach to ensure rapid review and appropriate sanctions where needed.
LaLiga has announced a commitment to intensify its efforts to eradicate all forms of violence, racism, and xenophobia, both inside and outside stadium environments. The organization plans to bolster oversight and preventive measures at matches, aligning with the broader objective of safeguarding the welfare of players, staff, and fans alike.
To support this aim, the number of LaLiga honesty officials stationed at matches deemed at higher risk of racial slurs will be increased. Their mandate is to detect, deter, and document any behavior that does not belong in sport, ensuring swift action when incidents occur.
There will also be proactive messaging during critical moments of matches. Announcements and public address messages, along with advertising around the pitch, will reinforce a zero-tolerance stance toward racist conduct and encourage positive spectator behavior in the stands.
LaLiga’s overarching objective remains the elimination of violence in sport. The organization conducts ongoing training, prevention, detection, and complaint procedures daily. These efforts are coordinated with the State Commission for Combating Violence, Racism, Xenophobia and Intolerance in Sports and the Hate Crimes Prosecutor’s Office to ensure consistency and accountability across institutions.
In parallel, LaLiga rejects any allegations framed as acts of violence on the football field that seek to tarnish the integrity of the competition. The league stands by its players and clubs, ready to participate as a party to appropriate legal processes when required and to cooperate with authorities to ensure justice and safety for everyone involved in the sport.
LaLiga continues to work closely with clubs, players, officials, and all stakeholders in football to guarantee that there is no space for violence or discriminatory behavior in the game. The commitment is steady, and the actions taken aim to protect the sport’s values and the safety of its communities.