"At a press conference today, the FIFA President made a strong statement on the ongoing situation involving Real Madrid and its Brazilian forward, Vinícius Júnior, declaring firmly, “No club is bigger than the Federation.” This remark addresses recent controversies that have stirred significant debate within the football world and underscores FIFA’s commitment to its core values.
The FIFA President opened his address by reflecting on the issues surrounding Vinícius Júnior, who recently faced racial abuse from fans during a high-profile La Liga match. Real Madrid responded by calling for accountability and pressing for action from La Liga and other football bodies to prevent such incidents in the future. The situation then escalated when FIFA launched an investigation into Real Madrid's handling of the matter, while also scrutinizing the responses of Spanish football officials.
After reviewing game footage and official statements, FIFA officials formed a clear position. The FIFA President, expressing frustration with Real Madrid's actions, described some of the club's responses as “a big insult” to FIFA’s guiding values. “Football is about unity and respect,” he said, reaffirming FIFA's dedication to combating racism and upholding club conduct standards.
In his message, he also emphasized that no club, regardless of its prominence, is exempt from accountability.