Real Madrid defeated Atlético on Sunday in the sixth round of La Liga. However, the home fans repeatedly insulted Vinicius Junior, one of the stars of the rival team, causing a scandal in Spain.

Real Madrid took a 2-0 lead thanks to successful first-half goals from Rodrigo (’18) and Valverde (’36). Atletico scored in the 83rd minute thanks to Hermoso.

Vinicius Junior, the victim of racist abuse by Atletico fans in the Madrid derby

Dozens of Atletico fans chanted insults near the stadium.

“Vinicius, you’re a monkey” and “Vinicius, you’re going to die” were some of the insults from Atlético fans. In addition, monkey sounds were heard from the same supporters, according to Reuters.

A week ago, the 22-year-old Brazilian clashed with Mallorca players after celebrating a goal by dancing.

Atletico captain Koke warned on Friday: “If Vinicius scores a goal and decides to dance, there will be insults, that’s for sure.”

Carlo Ancelotti’s side have won six in as many La Liga games and lead the way. Atlético is in the seventh position.

uD83DuDDE3️CÁNTICOS RACISTAS CONTRA VINICIUS by cientos de aficionados del @Atleti a las puertas del Metropolitano:

uD83DuDCE2 “You are mono, Vinicius, you are mono.”

⛔️FUERA LOS VIOLENTOS Y RACISTAS DEL FÚTBOL

uD83DuDCF9Video @chema_medina #AtletiRealMadrid pic.twitter.com/KoHSNrtd3G

— Tiempo de Juego (@tjcope) September 18, 2022

Atletico Madrid fans call Vinicius Jr. a monkey before the match against Real Madrid.
It’s not 1 person, 2, 3… it’s thousands.
La Liga better do something about this, it’s disgusting.
Failure to take action will speak volumes for the league and uD83CuDDEAuD83CuDDF8
pic.twitter.com/KiN9uua5cA

— Tactical Manager (@ManagerTactical) September 18, 2022