News about Gabriel Paulista

In the aftermath of racial abuse directed at Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jnr during Sunday's LaLiga victory at the Mestalla, Gabriel Paulista has attempted to protect Valencia supporters. Paulista was unable to be chosen because he is serving a prison term, but the home crowd captioned his message: "Mestalla, you're the best."

Gabriel Paulista has admitted he is not proud and has apologised for his reckless play on Vinicius Junior, which culminated in him receiving a red card during Valencia's 2-0 loss to Real Madrid on Thursday. Los Che fell 2-0 in the first ten minutes of the second term, with two quick-fire goals from Marco Asensio and Vinicius giving the hosts a commanding lead. And although the game has been tumultuous off the track at Valencia, with former coach Gennaro Gattuso fired just days before the match, angers are also building on the pitch, with Gabriel kicking out wildly at the Los Blancos winger.

PETE JENSON, SPAIN: When Carlo Ancelotti's team came within five points of leaders Barcelona, Vinicius scored his 200th game for Real Madrid with a goal. Referee Javier Alberola gave the Brazilian a wild challenge in the second half, and then showed him the red card. It was Vinicius' 49th goal for Madrid, and it was the perfect way to celebrate being the third youngest player behind Raul and Iker Casillas to reach the historic number of games.