Watch: Atletico Madrid fans hurl racist insults against Barcelona superstar

Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid – Saturday’s LaLiga clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona ended with a 2-1 victory for the visitors, yet the result was overshadowed by disturbing scenes in the stands. Video footage that began circulating on social media Sunday appears to show sections of Atletico supporters directing racist abuse at 18-year-old Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal.

Yamal, who had terrorised the home defence with a series of incisive runs and a highlight-reel trivela pass before striking the woodwork, became the target of coordinated chants late in the match. The recording captures fans singing “You are very ugly” and “Go to Morocco,” a reference to the player’s Moroccan heritage.

The incident occurred in a tense finale that saw an Atletico player dismissed in stoppage time for a foul on Yamal, and Robert Lewandowski complete the comeback with an 87th-minute winner. The result lifts Barcelona seven points clear of Real Madrid ahead of this week’s Champions League reunion between the two clubs.

Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick told reporters that Yamal was “a bit upset at full-time” but affirmed the club’s support for the teenager. Neither the player nor other members of the squad have issued public statements regarding the chants.

The episode adds to a growing list of racist incidents aimed at Yamal, who has previously spoken out against similar abuse. Spanish football authorities have yet to confirm whether an investigation will be opened.

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