Disgusted by racism concentrating on soccer’s Vinícius, his Brazilian hometown rallies to defend him

SAO GONCALO, Brazil — The chants of “monkey!” on the Spanish soccer stadium echoed throughout the Atlantic, reaching the ears of individuals on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. That is the place Vinícius Júnior, who’s Black, grew up and launched his soccer profession. Now, regardless of his international fame and thousands and thousands, he … Read more