{"id":2030,"date":"2026-09-17T08:38:34","date_gmt":"2026-09-17T08:38:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/2026\/09\/17\/tebas-criticizes-shirt-protest-vinicius-elche-madrid-jj-gabr\/"},"modified":"2026-09-17T08:38:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T08:38:34","slug":"tebas-criticizes-shirt-protest-vinicius-elche-madrid-jj-gabr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsraise.com\/in\/2026\/09\/17\/tebas-criticizes-shirt-protest-vinicius-elche-madrid-jj-gabr\/","title":{"rendered":"Tebas condemns shirt protest, Vinicius rebukes chants and Madrid eye United teen talent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- Quick Adsense WordPress Plugin: http:\/\/quickadsense.com\/ -->\n<div class=\"9fece8afa224fd09e54b043d0febfb58\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<!-- NR ATF -->\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8898941184964366\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"4839033563\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\r\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>Real Madrid were at the centre of three separate stories on September 16, 2026. LaLiga president Javier\u202fTebas publicly criticised the club\u2019s players for the way they displayed a Ceuta\u2011support shirt, Brazilian forward Vin\u00edcius\u202fJ\u00fanior answered a chant from the Mart\u00ednez Valero crowd, and the Spanish giants are reportedly working on a transfer for Manchester United academy prodigy JJ\u202fGabriel.<\/p>\n<h2>Tebas denounces the shirt display as an institutional breach<\/h2>\n<p>During Real Madrid\u2019s 3\u20132 victory over Elche, several players from both sides entered the pitch wearing white shirts that read \u201cTodos somos caballas\u201d, a slogan supporting Ceuta. Kylian\u202fMbapp\u00e9, Vin\u00edcius\u202fJ\u00fanior and Ibrahima\u202fKonat\u00e9 rolled up the shirts, partially obscuring the message, and Mbapp\u00e9 and Vin\u00edcius removed the shirts before the pre\u2011match greetings concluded.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at an event organised by the Association of Managers and Executives of Aragon in Huesca, Tebas called the act \u201cvery wrong\u201d. He argued that the decision to wear the shirt should be viewed as an institutional act of the club rather than an individual expression by players. \u201cReal Madrid is a Spanish entity,\u201d he said, describing the initiative as \u201can institutional act, a club act\u201d rather than a personal opinion.<\/p>\n<p>Tebas added that initiatives authorised by LaLiga should not hinge on individual players\u2019 views when they do not concern ideological matters. He stressed that the entire squad appearing in the shirt is a club tradition, noting that \u201ccoming out with the shirt folded is like coming out without it\u201d. He also referenced Real\u202fBetis winger Ez\u202fAbde, who faced threats after wearing the same shirt in a separate match, calling the backlash \u201ccollateral damage\u201d.<\/p>\n<h2>Vin\u00edcius Junior confronts Elche supporters and addresses scoring slump<\/h2>\n<p>In the same match, Vin\u00edcius\u202fJ\u00fanior was caught on Movistar\u202fPlus cameras responding to a section of the Elche crowd that chanted \u201cVin\u00edcius beach ball\u201d, a reference to his 2024 Ballon d\u2019Or win. The Brazilian raised his voice, saying \u201cMore, more, more\u2026 Watch out\u2026\u201d, while gesturing toward the fans.<\/p>\n<p>After the game, Vin\u00edcius used his Instagram account to comment on his current goal drought. He wrote, \u201cThe goals will come back\u2026 I can\u2019t miss so many. There\u2019s more on Sunday. Hala Madrid!\u201d The post underscored his determination to end the dry spell.<\/p>\n<p>Elche coach Mart\u00edn\u202fAnselmi, while acknowledging the defeat, said he felt pride rather than anger. He noted that his side had rallied from a 2\u20130 deficit, with goals from Abiel\u202fOsorio and Fer\u202fNi\u00f1o leveling the score before Carlos\u202fEsp\u00ed\u2019s stoppage\u2011time winner secured the win for Madrid. \u201cI feel proud because we were present in the game against a very strong opponent,\u201d Anselmi said, adding that his team\u2019s next developmental stage is learning to manage such comebacks. He highlighted the lack of cohesion after the 2\u20132 draw and stressed the need for maturity moving forward.<\/p>\n<h2>Young Madrid players make their mark and the club eyes a teenage prodigy<\/h2>\n<p>Yan\u202fDiomande continued his promising start at Real Madrid with a strong performance against Elche. The 19\u2011year\u2011old made his second consecutive start, providing the assist for Mbapp\u00e9\u2019s first\u2011half goal after beating his defender on the right flank. Diomande recorded seven dribbles and created three chances, and after being substituted he made a small gesture toward the Real Madrid badge, signalling his enthusiasm for the club.<\/p>\n<p>Manager Jos\u00e9\u202fMourinho previously explained that Diomande\u2019s limited minutes were a product of the squad\u2019s depth, not a lack of ability. \u201cHe\u2019s not missing anything,\u201d Mourinho said before the Elche match, adding that at a club with fewer high\u2011potential players Diomande would likely be a regular starter.<\/p>\n<p>In a separate story, former Real Madrid academy midfielder C\u00e9sar\u202fPalacios impressed while playing for Fulham in a Carabao Cup match against West\u202fHam. He scored and assisted in Fulham\u2019s 3\u20132 win, prompting manager \u00c1lvaro\u202fArbeloa to praise his performance and stress the need for patience with the club\u2019s younger talents.<\/p>\n<p>Goalkeeper Thibaut\u202fCourtois used his appearance at the tenth edition of the World Football Summit in Madrid to discuss life after football and to promote NXTPLAY Capital, an investment platform he co\u2011founded with Gonzalo\u202fVila. Courtois highlighted the importance of preparing for a post\u2011playing career while maintaining a competitive mindset. He stressed that an athlete\u2019s name can open doors in business, but genuine audience engagement and active follower metrics are crucial for sustainable success.<\/p>\n<p>Perhaps the most intriguing development concerns Real Madrid\u2019s transfer ambitions. Reports indicate that the Spanish club is actively negotiating for Manchester United academy forward JJ\u202fGabriel, a 15\u2011year\u2011old considered one of England\u2019s most highly rated prospects. Gabriel, whose full name is Joseph\u202fJunior\u202fAndreou\u202fO\u2019Cearuill, has previously been part of the youth systems at Chelsea, Arsenal, West\u202fHam and Queens\u202fPark\u202fRangers before joining United.<\/p>\n<p>According to ESPN, both Real Madrid and Barcelona are monitoring Gabriel\u2019s situation after he reportedly asked to leave Manchester United amid uncertainty about his future. The Athletic added that Madrid are working on a potential deal and are optimistic about securing the teenager. Other clubs linked with the player include Paris\u202fSaint\u2011Germain, Bayern\u202fMunich and several Premier League sides.<\/p>\n<p>Gabriel\u2019s statistical output has attracted attention: he has recorded 28 goals and six assists in 35 appearances, according to the reports. His versatility as a left winger or attacking midfielder, combined with his prolific numbers, explains the breadth of interest from top European clubs.<\/p>\n<p>Collectively, the events of September\u202f16 illustrate Real Madrid\u2019s multifaceted narrative: on\u2011field drama, off\u2011field controversies, emerging talent, and strategic transfer pursuits. 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