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Brazilian Footballer Rodrygo Faces Racist Abuse on Social Media

The incident followed a heated on-pitch argument with Argentina's Lionel Messi during a World Cup qualifier match.

  • Brazilian footballer Rodrygo reports receiving racist abuse on social media following a World Cup qualifier match against Argentina.
  • The abuse occurred after an on-pitch argument with Argentina's Lionel Messi.
  • Rodrygo's social media accounts were flooded with insults and racist emojis, including monkeys and bananas.
  • The World Cup qualifier match was delayed by 30 minutes due to violent clashes between police and visiting fans.
  • Despite the incident, Rodrygo vows not to stop and continues to stand against racism.
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