New video footage has surfaced, revealing what is described as a “disgusting act” by Kylian Mbappe, potentially increasing Arsenal`s chances in the Champions League.
Mbappe, along with Real Madrid teammates Vinicius Junior, Antonio Rudiger, and Dani Ceballos, is already under UEFA scrutiny and could face a ban.
This follows Real Madrid`s controversial celebrations after their victory over Atletico in the previous round of the Champions League.
A UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector is examining allegations of “indecent conduct” by these four key players.
Any potential suspensions for these players would significantly improve Arsenal`s prospects of defeating Real Madrid in the quarter-finals.
Arsenal is scheduled to host the current Champions League champions for the first leg on April 8th, with the return match in Spain eight days later.
Mbappe`s situation has become more precarious as a new video clip appears to show him making a lewd gesture towards Atletico fans.
While other Real Madrid players celebrated energetically towards the home crowd, seemingly taunting them after Atletico`s penalty shootout defeat, Mbappe is seen in a separate video apart from his teammates.
The French striker is filmed saying something to the crowd and making an offensive hand gesture, which will likely worsen his case with UEFA.
He is already accused of making a derogatory gesture involving his genitals.
The person who posted the latest video commented: “Such a disgusting act from Mbappe.”
Tensions at the Metropolitano stadium escalated after a penalty for Atletico`s Julian Alvarez was overturned by VAR.
Atletico Madrid is reported to have formally complained to UEFA about the on-pitch behavior.
Vinicius is accused of making six provocative “gestures” towards home fans in two separate incidents during and after the match.
The 24-year-old Brazilian player has frequently been targeted by opposing fans and has often been the victim of racist abuse.
Rudiger is alleged to have made a throat-slitting gesture towards Atletico fans.
Ceballos is also under investigation for allegedly making an obscene clenched fist gesture.
Meanwhile, former Chelsea defender Rudiger performed a jubilant high-knee dance after scoring the decisive penalty.
Many Real Madrid teammates, including substitutes, joined in, as the intense rivalry between the two clubs intensified.
