In Sunday’s 3-1 Club World Cup victory over Pachuca, Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso disclosed that FIFA has initiated an inquiry into allegations that Gustavo Cabral racially assaulted Antonio Rüdiger.
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Rüdiger got into a confrontation with the Mexican club’s players five minutes into the extra time after being fouled.
After speaking with the Madrid defender, referee Ramon Abatti activated the anti-racism protocol by crossing his hands over his chest.
The 32-year-old will have the full backing of the LaLiga club, according to Alonso. I believe Rüdiger when he stated that, he said.
In cases like this, it’s crucial to have zero tolerance. The FIFA investigation has begun. Well, that’s pretty much it.
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After the game, Cabral denied racially insulting the German international and said he called Rudiger “chickens. Once FIFA has received the report from the referee, they will formally initiate the investigation.