Real Madrid have released a statement after Barcelona youngster Lamine Yamal was the victim of racist attacks at the Santiago Bernabeu during the Clasico on Saturday October 26.

Hansi Flick’s team achieved a resounding 4-0 victory in the match. Robert Lewandowski (54′, 56′), Yamal (77′) and Raphinha (84′) found the back of the Blaugrana net.

Yamal was allegedly the subject of vile racist chants from supporters after his goal, the third of the match. Los Blancos have now released a statement on the matter, pledging to take strong action against the matter. Their release read:

“Real Madrid strongly condemns any form of racist, xenophobic or violent behavior in football and sport, and deeply regrets the insults uttered last night by some supporters in one of the corners of the stadium. Real Madrid has opened an investigation to to locate and identify the perpetrators of these deplorable and despicable insults so that appropriate disciplinary and legal measures can be taken.”

– Real Madrid

The match at the Bernabeu, meanwhile, did not go as planned for the All Whites. Neither team was able to break the deadlock in the first half, but Barcelona put their noses in front thanks to a brace from Lewandowski early in the second half. Goals from Yamal and Raphinha ensured Carlo Ancelotti’s side had no way of getting back into the match.

Flick’s side are now six points clear of their main rivals with 30 points from 11 La Liga games. Defending champions Real Madrid remain second but have a way to go as they sit six points behind the league leader.

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