UEFA hands Prestianni a suspension as racism investigation continues SHARE UEFA have officially confirmed that Gianluca Prestianni will not play for Benfica in the Champions League fixture against Real Madrid due to suspension. SL Benfica will be without Gianluca Prestianni for the second leg of their UEFA Champions League clash against Real Madrid after the governing body handed the player a provisional suspension. The move follows an ongoing investigation into allegations of racist abuse directed at Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior. The disciplinary measure, which took effect last Friday, sidelines the Benfica player while UEFA’s Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector reviews evidence from the first-leg encounter. The Incident at Estádio da Luz The controversy stems from the February 17...