In the buildup to Real Madrid’s Champions League clash with Benfica, an incident in the stands prompted swift action from the club.
Shortly before kickoff, television cameras captured a supporter in the Fan Stand section making a Nazi salute. The footage quickly circulated, and stadium security responded immediately. According to the club, personnel identified the individual within minutes and escorted him out of the Santiago Bernabéu before the match began.
Real Madrid moved quickly beyond the initial removal. The club has opened a disciplinary investigation to determine the appropriate sanctions under its internal regulations. The message from the institution was clear: expressions linked to hatred, racism, or violence have no place at the Bernabéu.
The club also reiterated its broader commitment to the principles of respect, coexistence, and fair play. Should it become necessary, Real Madrid stated it will cooperate with the relevant authorities and pursue any additional steps required to ensure that similar behavior is not repeated in the future.
The reaction was immediate once the images became public, underscoring the club’s intent to handle the matter decisively and without delay.
Real Madrid CF announces that it has urgently requested the club’s Disciplinary Committee to initiate immediate expulsion proceedings against the member who was caught on television cameras making the Nazi salute in the area where the Supporters’ Stand is located, moments before the start of the match between Real Madrid and Benfica.
This member was located by club security personnel moments after he appeared on the broadcast and was immediately expelled from the Santiago Bernabéu stadium.
Real Madrid condemns these types of gestures and expressions that incite violence and hatred in sport and in society.