Vinicius Junior

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Neymar

Neymar Celebrates Vinicius Junior's Historic Santos Achievement with Heartfelt Tribute

Neymar netted his inaugural goal of 2026 on Thursday evening and marked the occasion by mimicking compatriot Vinicius Junior's signature dance routine at the corner flag. The Real Madrid winger has found himself embroiled in a racial controversy throughout the past week, which began with his characteristic celebration

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Vinicius Jr Shatters Champions League Record in Stunning Victory Over Mourinho's Squad

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior delivered perfect payback against Benfica on Wednesday evening, making history as the first player ever to find the net in both matches of a Champions League knockout round against a team managed by José Mourinho. A dark shadow was cast over the knockout playoff after

Mbappe

Real Madrid's Champions League Victory Overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe's Injury Scare

Real Madrid head coach Álvaro Arbeloa was unable to provide a specific timeframe for star striker Kylian Mbappé's return, stating only that the French forward will remain out until his "discomfort completely subsides." Mbappé was a surprising absentee for Los Blancos during their 2–1 triumph

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Vinicius Jr. Delivers Magic as Real Madrid Dominate Benfica - Player Ratings Inside

Real Madrid secured a tight 2–1 triumph against Benfica in the return leg of their Champions League playoff encounter, with Vinicius Junior's precise strike confirming their advancement to the competition's round of 16. Madrid entered with a single-goal cushion from the opening leg that had

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Clash with Benfica: Bold Predictions and Starting XI Revealed

Real Madrid and Benfica will clash for a spot in the Champions League round of 16 when they meet in the second leg of the knockout phase playoffs on Wednesday evening. Following a thrilling six-goal encounter during the league phase, both teams adopted a much more cautious approach in the

Real Madrid

Mbappé Injury Scare Rocks Real Madrid as Benfica Clash Looms—Team News and Predicted XI

With qualification to the round of 16 at stake, Real Madrid welcome Benfica for the second leg of their Champions League knockout phase playoff this Wednesday night. Álvaro Arbeloa's squad secured a 1–0 win in the opening encounter courtesy of a spectacular strike from Vinicius Junior, though

Arbeloa

Real Madrid Legend Alvaro Arbeloa's Career Hangs in Balance as 'Termination Agreement' Looms

Real Madrid have allegedly not dismissed the chance of parting ways with Álvaro Arbeloa if the club cannot progress beyond Benfica in the Champions League playoff round. Right when it appeared Los Blancos were regaining their confidence, a disappointing 2–1 loss to Osasuna on Saturday evening halted any progress

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Stars Crumble Against Osasuna as Shocking Performance Ends Perfect La Liga Run

In Álvaro Arbeloa's first setback as manager, Real Madrid suffered their initial La Liga point loss, going down 2–1 to Osasuna on Saturday. The Madrid powerhouse appeared sluggish throughout the match from kickoff, finding it difficult to handle their energetic adversaries. Ante Budimir eventually put his side

Real Madrid

Osasuna Set to Battle Real Madrid: Key Matchups, Bold Predictions and Starting XI Revealed

Fresh La Liga table-toppers Real Madrid have an opportunity to extend their advantage to four points ahead of Barcelona when they travel to face Osasuna on Saturday evening. Following an impressive display in their commanding 4–1 triumph over in-form Real Sociedad last weekend, Madrid observed as Barça managed to

Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Jr. Explodes Back to Life: How Real Madrid's Brazilian Star is Igniting Their Championship Dreams

Following a difficult four-month period, Vinicius Junior has rediscovered his confidence at Real Madrid, increasingly resembling the player who was in contention for the 2024 Ballon d'Or. What's behind this transformation? It might just be the figure on the sidelines. Upon Álvaro Arbeloa's appointment

Real Madrid

Real Madrid Lineup Revealed: Key Players Rested for Benfica Showdown as Injury Crisis Looms Against Osasuna

Prior to Benfica's arrival at the Santiago Bernabéu for the Champions League playoff return leg, Real Madrid make the journey to Pamplona to take on Osasuna while sitting atop La Liga. José Mourinho's squad will face a determined Madrid side on Wednesday evening, following the incidents

Alexander-Arnold

The Heartbreaking Secret Trent Alexander-Arnold Carries in Every Match

Observant fans spotted Trent Alexander-Arnold's heartfelt homage to his former Liverpool colleague Diogo Jota during Real Madrid's 1–0 victory against Benfica. Jota lost his life tragically in a vehicle crash along with his sibling André Silva this past July, devastating the football community and beyond.

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Portuguese Government Responds to Racial Abuse Claims Against Vinicius Jr

Portuguese authorities have issued an official declaration confirming the launch of an inquiry into the reported racist incidents involving Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during Tuesday's Champions League match against Benfica. "The Authority for the Prevention and Combat of Violence in Sport (APCVD) has commenced administrative

Real Madrid

Who Could Real Madrid Face in the Champions League Round of 16?

The second leg between Benfica and Real Madrid in the 2025–26 Champions League was undoubtedly eventful, though regrettably for all the wrong reasons. Vinicius Junior's opening strike was spectacular, reminiscent of his goal against Rayo Vallecano last month but with even more power, yet it was the

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FIFA President Expresses Outrage Over Racist Attacks Targeting Real Madrid Star Vinicius Junior

Within a day of Vinicius Junior's complaint that Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni directed racist abuse toward him, FIFA chief Gianni Infantino released a statement backing the Real Madrid forward and demanding UEFA "hold those responsible" to account. Real Madrid's narrow 1–0 victory

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Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid Face Crossroads After Devastating Lisbon Collapse

"The focus should be on Real Madrid," Vinicius Junior posted on social media, his exhausted anger evident in the forceful message, "but this is essential." Tuesday evening's 1–0 victory over Benfica was determined by the Brazilian forward's spectacular strike and disgracefully

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Alexander-Arnold and Mbappe Stand Firm with Vinicius Jr as Real Madrid Stars Unite Against Crisis

Real Madrid players Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kylian Mbappé vocally and openly defended their colleague Vinicius Junior following alleged racist incidents he faced on Tuesday evening. The Brazilian forward had just finished celebrating a brilliant strike and what would become the decisive goal in the opening leg of the Champions League

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Real Madrid Star Vinicius Junior Faces Racist Abuse, Forces Match Suspension and Triggers UEFA Emergency Protocol

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior claimed he experienced racist abuse during the second half of the Champions League knockout stage playoff first leg between Los Blancos and Benfica, leading to a temporary halt in play according to UEFA procedures. The situation seemed to unfold shortly after Vinicius Jr netted the

Real Madrid

Vinicius Jr's Stunning Strike Sparks Fiery Controversy in Real Madrid's Clash Against Benfica

Real Madrid claimed a narrow 1-0 win in the opening leg of their Champions League knockout phase clash against Benfica on Tuesday evening, courtesy of a spectacular strike from Vinicius Junior. The Madrid side struggled to break down the Portuguese team's defensive setup during the opening 45 minutes,

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Vinicius Jr Shocks Football World by Snubbing Brazil from His 2026 World Cup Favorites

According to Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior, Argentina, Portugal, Spain and France stand as the primary favorites for the 2026 World Cup, ranking above his native Brazil. Setting aside patriotic sentiment, Vinicius Jr's assessment makes sense. "They possess the strongest squads," he stated

Real Madrid

Real Madrid vs Barcelona: Crucial Five-Game Stretch Could Decide La Liga Championship

Right when the battle for Spain's top prize appeared somewhat static, a significant shift in the La Liga championship race took place during Matchday 24, propelling Real Madrid two points ahead of their eternal rivals Barcelona. The 15-time European titleholders began this weekend's La Liga fixtures

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Vinicius Jr Turns Recruiter: Inside Story of How He Lured Two Galacticos to Real Madrid

Vinicius Junior has disclosed that he directly contacted both Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham to "serve as [their] representative" prior to their moves to Real Madrid. Bellingham made his way to the Spanish capital in 2023 for an impressive fee of €103 million ($111 million at that time)

Real Madrid

Vinicius Jr Steals the Show as Real Madrid Dominates Real Sociedad in Mbappe's Absence

Real Madrid continued their impressive La Liga run with an eighth consecutive victory, crushing Real Sociedad 4–1 in Saturday's evening clash. The European giants dominated proceedings from kickoff, maintaining their superiority despite Kylian Mbappé being sidelined with a knee problem. Trent Alexander-Arnold set up Gonzalo García for

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Real Madrid Stars Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham Sidelined: The Shocking Reason They'll Miss Valencia Clash

Real Madrid will be missing two of their star performers when they take on Valencia this Sunday—Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior and English midfielder Jude Bellingham. Following their Spanish Super Cup disappointment and Copa del Rey elimination, Los Blancos' primary opportunity for silverware this campaign lies in La Liga.

Ronaldo

Al Hilal CEO Fires Back at Cristiano Ronaldo While Setting Sights on Vinicius Junior Transfer

Al Hilal's CEO Esteve Calzada shows minimal compassion for Cristiano Ronaldo, who declined to participate for Saudi Pro League competitors Al Nassr this week due to alleged unfairness in how the teams are managed. Al Nassr, Al Hilal, Al Ittihad and Al Ahli are all controlled by Saudi

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Vinicius Jr Receives Heartfelt Transfer Plea From Club He Vowed to Sign With

Flamengo's sporting director José Boto emphasized that the club's doors remain "permanently open" for Vinicius Junior's eventual homecoming to his childhood team, a return the Brazilian winger has previously pledged to fulfill during his career. Boto's statements gained momentum due

Arbeloa

Alvaro Arbeloa Steps Up to Transform Real Madrid's Legacy After Xabi Alonso's Departure

Álvaro Arbeloa took on what could be considered football's most challenging position, facing the dual pressure of restoring Real Madrid's trajectory while also correcting the errors from Xabi Alonso's brief tenure. The former Bayer Leverkusen manager completed just seven months of his three-year deal