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Former Real Madrid and Valencia goalkeeper Santiago Cañizares has shared his thoughts on the racist scandal involving Benfica midfielder Gianluca Prestianni.
Idman.Biz reports that Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior reportedly covered Prestianni's mouth with his shirt and called him a 'monkey'.
'The lack of match practice will be the least of Prestianni's problems, as this story will leave a mark on him. He is a young player who wants to succeed in world football, but the actions he has taken may have a major impact on his future. Off-field mistakes in football can leave a bigger mark than successes.
Give him good advice so he understands that the best thing he can do is repair the damage he has done. I know he won't, but it would be best for him, Benfica and his agents. Prestianni is young and still has a long life ahead of him. If he doesn't react properly, his name will forever remain in the context of this episode in world football,' Cañizares said in an interview with Radio Marca.
