Real Madrid hit with UEFA fine after fan spotted doing Nazi salute during contentious Benfica clash in wake of Vinicius Jr racism row
Yosua Arya Fri, 6 March 2026 at 8:53 am UTC·3 min read Spanish giants sanctioned UEFA has imposed a financial penalty and a suspended stadium closure on Madrid following a series of controversial incidents during the second leg of their Champions League play-off against Benfica. The governing body’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) took action after a supporter was filmed performing a Nazi salute in the stands of the Santiago Bernabeu on February 25, 2026.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement The reigning European champions secured a 2-1 victory on the night, but the...