FIFA Launch Probe Into Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger Racism Allegation

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Gustavo Cabral claimed his words were misunderstood by Antonio Rudiger.

Antonio Rudiger appeared visible angered following the exchange. (File Photo/AP)

FIFA has launched a disciplinary investigation into Pachuca’s Gustavo Cabral following accusations that he made a racist remark to Real Madrid’s Antonio Rudiger, the global football governing body announced on Tuesday.

The incident occurred near the end of the match between the two teams at the Club World Cup on Sunday.

“After reviewing the match reports, the FIFA Disciplinary Committee has initiated proceedings against CF Pachuca player Gustavo Cabral concerning the incident involving him and Real Madrid’s Antonio Rudiger during the FIFA Club World Cup game held in Charlotte on 22 June," FIFA said on Tuesday.

Rudiger appeared visibly agitated after exchanging words with the Argentine Cabral and addressed Brazilian referee Ramon Abatti Abel.

Cabral denied making any racist remarks towards the German centre-back.

When asked about the incident during the post-match press conference, Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso stated: “In football, there is no tolerance for this, and if it happened, then measures should be taken. This is what Antonio has told us and we believe him. It’s being investigated now."

Cabral, 39, spoke after the game and claimed his words were misunderstood by Rudiger.

The Argentine explained that he had called the defender a “coward," using a Spanish phrase similar to another associated with racist abuse.

“The referee made the racism sign but I was saying the same thing the whole time — (coward)," said Cabral.

With AFP Inputs

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