An inflatable doll dressed in a Vinicius shirt was hung from the railings with a banner that read “Madrid hates Real Madrid” back in January.

Sunday’s game between Valencia and Real Madrid was paused after the Brazil forward pointed out to the referee those who were allegedly abusing him.

The game was paused after the break as Vinicius pointed out to the referee those who were allegedly abusing him in the stands at the Mestalla.

Franck Kessie scored a stoppage-time winner to beat Real Madrid.

Club president Joan Laporta said earlier this week the club ‘have never bought referees nor influence’.

Real are now on top of standings on 25 points, three ahead of Barca.

Rodrygo and Federico Valverde scored as Real rallied around Vinicius Jr in a 2-1 derby win over Atletico Madrid.

Elsewhere in Europe, there was disappointment for Roma and a goal for Dele Alli.

Alaba came off the bench to send home the game-winner.