Rodrygo faces racist abuse on social media following Brazil’s defeat

The recent World Cup qualifying match between Brazil and Argentina was marred by controversy, both on and off the field. The game, which ended in a 1-0 defeat for Brazil, saw an outburst of racist insults targeted at Brazilian forward Rodrygo on social media. This unfortunate incident highlights the ongoing issue of racism in sports and the impact it has on players. In this article, we will delve deeper into the events surrounding the match and the response from players and officials.

Brazil’s defeat to Argentina in World Cup qualifying overshadowed by racist abuse
After suffering a 1-0 defeat to Argentina in their World Cup qualifying match, Brazil’s Rodrygo revealed that he had received racist insults on social media. The game was marked by delays and heated interactions, with images showing Rodrygo in a heated discussion with Argentine captain Lionel Messi and midfielder Rodrigo de Paul. This comes as Rodrygo’s teammate, Vinícius Júnior, continues to face racist abuse while playing for Real Madrid. The issue of racism in football remains a significant concern, with players like Vinícius launching anti-racism campaigns to address the ongoing problem.