Vinicius Junior - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Set for prominent role Vinicius is expected to be one of the key players for Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Impact Regardless of which position he'll play, the Real Madrid star will have a prominent role for La Canarinha after a 2025/26 season in which he tallied 21 goals and added 10 assists between LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League. Vinicius is considered one of the odds-on favorites to win the Golden Boot if Brazil makes a deep run in the tournament, but his track record with the national team isn't particularly impressive since he has just eight goals in 47 matches with Brazil. Look for Vinicius to operate mainly on the left side of the Brazilian attack, although he could play as a striker at times depending on the matchup.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Jr explains Real Madrid crisis: coaching changes, inexperience and defeats Vinicius Jr explained why Real Madrid failed to win titles and also spoke about Mbappé, Arbeloa and his future.

2 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Heads to Brazil immediately Vinicius was absent for the last match of Real Madrid's season with the club's permission as he headed straight for the Brazil camp ahead of the World Cup, according to Alex Kirkla...

Impact Vinicius was not an option for his club's season finale after a rough season saw Madrid earn no trophies, with the forward instead traveling to Brazil ahead of their World Cup campaign. That said, he was not injured, as he was instead granted an exit ahead of their final training session of the campaign, wanting to put the season of turmoil behind him. He will now be set to lead the Brazilian squad with Raphinha, two key parts of a successful World Cup for a historic country. He will be one of the favorites to win a Golden Boot if Brazil makes it far in the tournament, recording a solid 21 goals and 10 assists in 50 appearances (45 starts) between UCL and La Liga play.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kylian Mbappé Matches Cristiano Ronaldo And Lionel Messi Goalscoring Feat

Kylian Mbappé secured a second straight Pichichi Trophy after scoring in Real Madrid's final-day win over Athletic Club.

4 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Kylian Mbappé Matches Cristiano Ronaldo And Lionel Messi Goalscoring Feat

Former Real Madrid Boss Alvaro Arbeloa Praises 'Extraordinary' Kylian Mbappe

Alvaro Arbeloa has issued a heartfelt farewell to Kylian Mbappe and the Real Madrid squad after stepping down from his role as head coach.

5 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Former Real Madrid Boss Alvaro Arbeloa Praises 'Extraordinary' Kylian Mbappe

Ruled out for finale Vinicius is absent from Real Madrid's squad for Saturday's season finale after receiving permission from the club to deal with a personal matter.

Impact Vinicius received permission from Real Madrid to deal with personal matter, marking the first time this season he has missed a league game for a reason other than suspension.The Brazilian winger would end the season with 21 goals, 10 assists, 157 shots and 94 chances created across 50 appearances in all competitions, capping what has been another outstanding individual campaign for one of Real Madrid's most dangerous attacking weapons.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt for season finale Vinicius was absent from team training this week for personal reasons and is a doubt for Saturday's season finale against Athletic Club, according to coach Alvaro Arbeloa, per Madr...

Impact Vinicius received the permission from the club to deal with the personal matter, with no further details provided on the nature of the situation. If he cannot feature against Athletic Club on Saturday, the Brazilian winger would end the season with 21 goals, 10 assists, 157 shots and 94 chances created across 50 appearances in all competitions, capping what has been another outstanding individual campaign for one of Real Madrid's most dangerous attacking weapons.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Sevilla.

Impact Vinicius Junior knocked in the lone goal Sunday for his first goal since May 3. He's scored five goals with one assist in the last seven league appearances, creating 18 chances while making 18 shots in that span.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius Jr. Outshines Returning Kylian Mbappe; Real Madrid Scapes Past Sevilla

Real Madrid kept up their pursuit of a strong finish to the La Liga campaign as Vinicius Junior's first-half strike secured a narrow 1-0 vic...

MAY 18 • FOX SPORTS

Vinícius Jr. Outshines Returning Kylian Mbappe; Real Madrid Scapes Past Sevilla

Barcelona wins in Lewandowski's farewell. Sevilla avoids relegation despite loss to Real Madrid

Barcelona has capped a perfect season at home

MAY 17 • Associated Press

Explained: Why Kylian Mbappe's frustration boiled over at Real Madrid amid 'fourth choice' outburst

Kylian Mbappe's Real Madrid dream has spiralled into a public nightmare. While his explosive outburst laid bare a fractured dressing room an...

MAY 16 • goal

Explained: Why Kylian Mbappe's frustration boiled over at Real Madrid amid 'fourth choice' outburst

Fourth Striker? What Real Madrid's Manager Told Kylian Mbappe

Real Madrid fans have made their discontentment known by jeering players at the Santiago Bernabeu before a 2-0 win over already relegated Ov...

MAY 15 • FOX SPORTS

Fourth Striker? What Real Madrid's Manager Told Kylian Mbappe

How much would Kylian Mbappe cost? €400m transfer package required for Real Madrid superstar that is placed in Lionel Messi & Cristiano Ronaldo 'brand' bracket

Kylian Mbappe's dream move to Real Madrid has quickly hit a rocky patch, leading to intense speculation regarding his long-term future in th...

MAY 13 • goal

LaLiga reports insults from Barcelona fans toward Vinicius Jr. after Clásico; CTA backs no-penalty decision on Bellingham incident Spanish football authorities included chants directed at Vinicius in their weekly disciplinary report

MAY 13 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

2026 World Cup Golden Ball Odds: Kane Favored to Win Player of the Tournament

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MAY 11 • FOX SPORTS

2026 World Cup Golden Ball Odds: Kane Favored to Win Player of the Tournament

Manchester City targets Vinicius One of the main current concerns at Real Madrid has a first and last name: Vinicius Jr. The Brazilian forward has still not renewed his cont...

MAY 9 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Revealed: Vinicius Junior remarkably had 'agreement' in place to join Barcelona before Real Madrid move

Former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has revealed the club once had a preliminary agreement to sign Vinicius Junior before he joi...

MAY 9 • goal

Revealed: Vinicius Junior remarkably had 'agreement' in place to join Barcelona before Real Madrid move

Vinícius Jr. to Lead Real Madrid in El Clásico This would be the first time the Brazilian forward leads the team onto the pitch against Barcelona

MAY 8 • MANAGINGMADRID.COM

Real Madrid's Valverde suffers head injury in altercation with teammate Tchouaméni

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has suffered a head injury, the club said, in an altercation with teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni ahead of a weekend match against fierce riva...

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Scores both in away win Vinicius Junior scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Espanyol. In addition, he was...

Impact Vinicius Jr has now reached 15 La Liga goals for the season as he scored both as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0. This win still gives Real Madrid a mathematical chance in the title race. The winger has now scored four goals in the last three games, putting two shots on target in both games. He has also taken two shots in each of his last eight starts.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

'With this club to the death' - Vinicius Junior makes emotional vow to Real Madrid fans after stunning two-goal display vs Espanyol

Vinicius Junior has sent a defiant message of loyalty to Real Madrid supporters following his match-winning performance against Espanyol. Th...

MAY 4 • goal

'With this club to the death' - Vinicius Junior makes emotional vow to Real Madrid fans after stunning two-goal display vs Espanyol

"I've always said it" - Real Madrid boss Arbeloa reacts after being asked whether Vinicius is more committed than Kylian Mbappe Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has refused to be drawn into a comparison between Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr after his side's win over E...

MAY 4 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Real Madrid player ratings vs Espanyol: Vinicius Jr keeps Los Blancos alive - for now! Brazilian's brilliant brace delays Barcelona's inevitable La Liga title party

Vinicius Jr bagged a brace, Jude Bellingham provided a lovely assist, and Real Madrid strolled to a convincing 2-0 win over Espanyol on Sund...

MAY 4 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Espanyol: Vinicius Jr keeps Los Blancos alive - for now! Brazilian's brilliant brace delays Barcelona's inevitable La Liga title party

Real Madrid Defeats Espanyol and Delays FC Barcelona's Title Real Madrid secured an important away victory against Espanyol, managing to postpone, at least for one more matchday, FC Barcelona’s LaLiga...

MAY 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Vinícius scores twice as Real Madrid's victory keeps Barcelona waiting for Spanish league title

Vinícius Júnior scores two second-half goals as Real Madrid beats Espanyol 2-0 to keep Barcelona from clinching its second straight Spanish league title

MAY 3 • Associated Press

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