- UEFA is investigating four Real Madrid players for indecent conduct
- The players reportedly made inappropriate gestures after beating Atletico
- Suspensions could occur before their April 8 match against Arsenal
UEFA has launched an investigation into claims of inappropriate behavior by four Real Madrid players following their Champions League last-16 victory over Atletico Madrid.
Antonio Rudiger, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr., and Dani Ceballos are accused of making gestures towards the home supporters after Real Madrid triumphed over their city rivals in a penalty shootout to secure a spot in the quarter-finals.
Television footage appeared to show Rudiger, the German defender, making a throat-slitting motion towards the crowd after the shootout, while Mbappe seemed to make an inappropriate crotch-grabbing gesture.
Spanish reports indicated that Atletico Madrid filed a complaint with UEFA about the incident last week.
The players may face suspension, although there is no certainty that the case will be resolved before their upcoming quarter-final clash with Arsenal. The first leg is scheduled for April 8 at the Emirates Stadium, with the return leg a week later.
In a statement, UEFA confirmed: “[An] ethics and disciplinary inspector has been appointed to investigate allegations of indecent conduct” involving the four Real Madrid players.
“Further updates on the matter will be provided in due course.”
