Valencia FC Threatens Legal Action Against Vinicius Jr Netflix Documentary (image-instagram/netflixbrasil)
La Liga club Valencia has threatened legal action against Netflix over its portrayal in a new documentary centered on Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr.
In recent years, Brazilian football wizard has been the target of insults from some Valencia supporters—incidents that led to three individuals being sentenced to eight months in prison. The documentary had included these episodes of his life, however, this was not well taken by the club. Valencia FC is aggrieved with the manner in which the club is depicted alongside the racist incident which happened during a game in the Mestalla Stadium in May 2023.
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As part of the footage from that match, the documentary shows a video that was uploaded to TikTok of Valencia fans chanting at Vinicius Jr, with the transcription as ‘mono’ (monkey) rather than ‘tonto’ (fool) — which Valencia contests is a “falsehood” and say they “reserve the right to take legal action” should it not be amended, reports The Athletic.
In the turn of events, the club has officially announced its plan to sue Netflix, stating that the documentary series had showcased a warped narrative concerning the club and wrongly damages its reputation.
🦇 Ante la injusticia y falsedades cometidas con la afición del Valencia CF, desde el Club hemos exigido por escrito una rectificación inmediata a la productora del documental por lo ocurrido en Mestalla y que no se corresponde con la realidad. La verdad y el respeto a nuestra… https://t.co/3Xy66YnL3b
— Valencia CF (@valenciacf) May 19, 2025
“In light of the injustice and falsehoods committed against Valencia CF fans, the Club has demanded in writing an immediate rectification from the documentary’s production company regarding the events at Mestalla, which do not correspond to reality,” Valencia said in a brief statement on Monday. “The truth and respect for our fans must prevail. Valencia CF reserves the right to take legal action,” the club wrote on X.
With the development of these events, Netflix and its producers may now be forced to issue a correction to avoid further fallout.
The Netflix film, which contains interviews with Vinicius and other Black footballers, had recounted such experiences during their footballing journey.
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According to Netflix, extensive research and testimonies have been substantiated, which affirms that the documentary’s narrative is true.
