L’Equipe has come under fire for allegedly disrespecting Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. and Ghanaian socialite Shatta Bandle during a recent live broadcast.
Both Vinicius and Shatta Bandle were featured in images on the popular French TV channel, seemingly intended to mock them in the lead-up to the Ballon d’Or ceremony.
The broadcast showed an edited image of young Barcelona player Lamine Yamal holding Vinicius in a humorous manner, referencing Real Madrid’s recent heavy loss to Barcelona in El Clasico.
As for Shatta Bandle, L’Equipe displayed his image alongside a baby photo of Vinicius, seemingly drawing an unflattering comparison to mock the winger.
The broadcast sparked outrage online, with Twitter users and fans expressing anger over the perceived disrespect.
Many have called out L’Equipe for their handling of the segment, questioning the intention behind the broadcast.
Some fans have even urged Shatta Bandle and his management team to consider legal action against L’Equipe, arguing that the broadcast harmed his reputation and brand.
Official Ballon d’Or/ L’Equipe broadcast disrespecting Vini Jr. on live TV.
WHAT A DISGRACE. PATHETIC 🤮 pic.twitter.com/OXe6QVfw55
— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) October 28, 2024
