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News

/ 12 days ago

Madrid to sit key player due to tactical tweak caused by Mbappe

As one of the most monumental signings in history, Real Madrid's acquisition of Kylian Mbappe has dominated headlines this summer. After his contract with Paris Saint-Germain ended, the French superstar joined Los Blancos on a free transfer. Nevertheless, Mbappe's transfer to the Santiago Bernabeu was not exactly cheap, even if there was no transfer fee. […]

Copa America 2024

/ 26 days ago

2026 World Cup woes? Vinicius joins Copa America pitch critics

Vinicius, the Real Madrid and Brazil winger, has voiced sharp criticism of the pitches and officiating at the Copa America. In fact, he directed his ire towards the tournament organizers, CONMEBOL. Following Brazil's 4-1 victory over Paraguay in Las Vegas, Vinicius did not hold back in expressing his dissatisfaction; especially with the conditions and officials' […]

News

/ 27 days ago

Mbappe advised about Vinicius' influence on new role at Madrid

France great Emmanuel Petit has issued a warning to Kylian Mbappe regarding his early days at Real Madrid. After completing his long-awaited free transfer to the Spanish giants, Mbappe will shortly go on a preseason tour of the United States with his new teammates. But his adjustment to Real Madrid worries Petit; and so do […]

News

/ 33 days ago

'Clown who provokes fans': Ex-player rips at Real Madrid star

Vinicius, a star player for Real Madrid, has fought racism head-on for the last year or so. Many incidents of racist abuse have occurred in recent seasons involving the young Brazilian, despite his celebrity status. His fellow Brazilians have, surprisingly, not rallied to his support; the remarks made recently by Carlos Alberto Gomes, better known […]

News

/ 112 days ago

Madrid on alert? Three European giants offer $216m for Vinicius

Real Madrid striker Vinicius has dominated headlines throughout the season. Unfortunately, many of these are for the wrong reasons. The Brazilian has become the vocal leader for combating racism in Spanish soccer. But last week, when he broke down in tears at a news appearance, it was clear how badly it was affecting him. Some […]

News

/ 112 days ago

Madrid on alert? Three European giants offer $216m for Vinicius

Real Madrid striker Vinicius has dominated headlines throughout the season. Unfortunately, many of these are for the wrong reasons. The Brazilian has become the vocal leader for combating racism in Spanish soccer. But last week, when he broke down in tears at a news appearance, it was clear how badly it was affecting him. Some […]

Barcelona

/ 271 days ago

La Liga to file complaint against Barca for racial abuse of Vinicius

La Liga is preparing to lodge a complaint against Barcelona for the alleged racist chants directed at Vinicius during the match against Real Madrid. This season's first El Clasico between Barcelona and Real Madrid took place at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, a first-time honor for the temporary replacement of the Camp Nou. Barcelona quickly […]

Leagues: La Liga

/ 278 days ago

Vinicius applauds Sevilla for taking swift action against racist fan

Vinicius has unfortunately been the target of racist abuse at several La Liga stadiums during his time in Spain. Regrettably, another such incident occurred during a match between Real Madrid and Sevilla. Footage from the game showed a man and a young fan making racist monkey gestures towards him. This incident unfolded in the 85th […]

Carlo Ancelotti

/ 314 days ago

Ancelotti's snide remark to Vinicius' omission from FIFA The Best

Carlo Ancelotti defended Vinicius Jr. as FIFA announced the names of the 12 players up for The Best award. There was controversy as the Brazilian was left absent. As its name implies, the trophy is presented to the season's top performer. As expected such names as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland would feature […]

Brazil

/ 331 days ago

Brazil reveal Vinicius replacement in World Cup Qualifiers squad

Real Madrid star Vinicius got off to a great start of the season but then was dealt an early blow. After leaving last weekend’s 1-0 La Liga victory against Celta Vigo, the club announced in a statement that the Brazilian had injured the biceps femoris in his right leg. Therefore, he would be unable to […]

Leagues: La Liga

/ 573 days ago

Vinicius claims LaLiga does 'nothing' about racial abuse

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. was yet again the target of racial abuse on Friday. The Brazilian starlet played 88 minutes of his team's win against Real Valladolid. Vinicius had to walk all the way around the pitch to the Madrid bench when he was substituted. During this time, rival fans were heard yelling remarks […]

Leagues: La Liga

/ 620 days ago

Vinicius Jr and the Boy Who Cried Wolf

In the aftermath of Real Madrid’s high-tension victory over Cadiz last week, Vinicius Jr. tweeted out the message: “Thank God, another game without an injury” It was a statement that was part genuine relief given the state of injuries ahead of the World Cup 2022 tournament, and part some thinly-veiled criticism of the treatment he […]