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Barcelona Player Lamine Yamal Reports Widespread Racism
Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal stated on September 18 that he has experienced racism "a thousand times." He indicated that much of this racism comes from individuals who are unaware that their comments or behavior are racially insensitive. Yamal, who is 19 years old, has been subjected to racial abuse throughout his rapid ascent in professional football. Footage from October 2024 appeared to show Yamal as the target of such abuse.
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- Left (1): Al Jazeera English
- Centre (1): Channel News Asia