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Gianluca Prestianni

June 20, 2026

World Cup: Paraguay’s Almiron sent off for covering mouth during altercation with Turkish player

In April, FIFA announced that players who cover their mouths during confrontations with opponents at the World Cup will be given a red card.

Miguel Almiron
February 23, 2026

UEFA provisionally suspends Gianluca Prestianni over alleged racial abuse of Vinicius

Prestianni is currently in the news after Vinicius accused him of using racial slurs against him during the match against Benfica.

Vinicius facing Benfica player
February 18, 2026

Real Vs Benfica: Prestianni racially abused Vinicius, calling him ‘monkey’ five times, Mbappe reveals

“Racists are, above all, cowards. They need to put their shirts in their mouths to show how weak they are,” said Vinicius.

Vinicius dancing at corner flag