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Scores match winner Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Benfica.

Impact Vinicius Junior beat the keeper in a one-on-one situation Wednesday to score Real Madrid's second goal in their 2-1 win over Benfica and secure their place in the Champions League Round of 16. The dynamic winger led the attack with two shots on goal across his 90 minute shift. Over his last five appearances (five starts) in all competitions, Vinicius Junior has scored six goals, including once in each match, from 19 shots (10 on goal).

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes on Saturday Vinicius scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Osasuna. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Vinicius equalized in the 73rd minute, turning in Federico Valverde's brilliant cross. Vinicius created two chances and also drew five fouls. The goal brought his league tally to nine goals for the campaign and he has now netted in each of his last four games across all competitions. Playing upfront in the 4-4-2 formation alongside Kylian Mbappe has really boosted his output.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Benfica Vinicius scored one goal to go with six shots (three on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Benfica. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Vinicius achieved the winning goal through a brilliant strike to the top angle of the far post in the 50th minute of Tuesday's clash. The winger was a constant threat throughout the game, recording his most shots since Nov. 30 and drawing multiple fouls for the fifth time in a row including league and European action. In terms of direct contributions, the goal increased his tally to two while adding to his four assists across nine UCL appearances this season. He featured in an attacking partnership with Kylian Mbappe under the 4-4-2 formation that manager Alvaro Arbeloa has favored lately.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Converts two penalties Saturday Vinicius scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Vinicius scored his second brace of the season Saturday, both of which came on penalties. He now has 13 goal contributions through 23 La Liga appearances, three of which have come in his last two matches. It's been a nice return to form for him as prior to the last two matches he had recorded just one goal contribution across his previous 13 La Liga appearances, potentially his worst run of form since joining Los Blancos.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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Back from suspension Vinicius is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Vinicius has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in La Liga and is set to return in the next contest. The forward is an undisputed starter in the frontline for Real Madrid and will regain that role on Saturday against Real Sociedad. Vinicius has scored six goals and provided five assists in 22 La Liga appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Vinicius will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Vinicius accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Valencia on Sunday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the frontline under new coach Alvaro Arbeloa, with Rodrygo likely starting on the left wing for that game.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he w...

Impact Vinicius Junior scored Sunday while also recorded two key passes against Rayo Vallecano. This was his first league goal since Oct 4 as his struggles continue with just six goals and five assists in the 22 La Liga matches played, which is far from his average from past campaigns.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid Manager Addresses Vinicius Jr.'s Future Amid Saudi Links: 'It’s Not Up To Me'

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has confessed that the club's ongoing contract standoff with Vinicius Junior is completely out of his hands...

JANUARY 23 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid Manager Addresses Vinicius Jr.'s Future Amid Saudi Links: 'It’s Not Up To Me'

Scores and assists twice in win Vinicius Junior scored one goal and assisted twice from five shots and seven chances created in Tuesday's 6-1 win against Monaco.

Impact Junior had a night to remember, scoring with a brilliant finish into the top-right corner and providing assists inside the box to Kylian Mbappe and Franco Mastantuono. He had been on a difficult run prior to this match, scoring just once in his previous nine appearances across all competitions. This season, Junior now has six goals and nine assists in 27 matches between LaLiga and the Champions League for Real Madrid. In the Champions League, he has continued to produce, creating 16 chances and completing 18 successful dribbles, placing him among the competition's top creative players. He will look to carry that form into Real Madrid's next Champions League fixture against Benfica, who currently sit near the bottom of the table.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham Booed By Real Madrid Fans Following Disastrous Week

Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham were booed by a section of Real Madrid fans before and during their clash with Levante.

JANUARY 17 • FOX SPORTS

Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham Booed By Real Madrid Fans Following Disastrous Week

Vinicius Junior Matches Record Set By Ronaldo With Goal vs. Barcelona In Super Copa Final

Vinicius Junior's moment of magic for Real Madrid in their Super Cup clash with Clasico rivals Barcelona counted for little in the grand sch...

JANUARY 12 • FOX SPORTS

Vinicius Junior Matches Record Set By Ronaldo With Goal vs. Barcelona In Super Copa Final

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Dribbling impact against Sevilla Vinicius recorded one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sevilla.

Impact Vinicius won most of his individual duels against opposing defenders, but he was unable to round off his performance with a decisive contribution in the win. He has made five consecutive league starts, tallying 17 shots (six on goal), four chances created and one assist in that period. Still, if he continues to play regularly, the winger is capable of exploding at any moment to translate his large number of dribbles and fouls drawn into dangerous opportunities for his team.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Vinicius Junior assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80t...

Impact Vinicius Junior is back on the scoresheet for the first time since Oct 4, recording an assist against Alaves. He has struggled the last nine league appearances with just the one assist, recording just nine shots on target, 11 key passes while being dispossessed 10 times in that span.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records four shots Vinicius recorded four shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Manchester City.

Impact Vinicius would come up with numerous chances Wednesday but failed to score, with all four shots missing the target. This continues the scoreless streak for the Brazilian, now without one in 12 games. That said, he is also without a goal in UCL play this campaign through six appearances.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Four shots, no goal Vinicius generated four shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Celta Vigo.

Impact Vinicius had another rough match despite the four goals, with only one of his shots hitting the target. This is rough for the Brazilian, as he has gone 11 straight games without a goal, ahtough he does have two assists during that span. This is a rough patch for the forward, as he recorded nine goal contributions before this patch, now with only two goal contributions over the past two months.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Must Be '100%': Neymar, Vinicius Get Warning About Brazil's 2026 World Cup Squad

Carlo Ancelotti has warned Neymar and Vinicius Junior that they must be at "100 percent" to make Brazil's 2026 World Cup squad.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Must Be '100%': Neymar, Vinicius Get Warning About Brazil's 2026 World Cup Squad

Seven shots, one on target Vinicius registered seven shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Girona.

Impact Vinicius tied his season high with a whopping seven shots in the match but failed to register more than one on target for a fourth time in five games. He also pushed his streak up to 14 consecutive games with at least one chance created. Additionally, he earned his first tackle won in nine outings.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists Vinicius Junior assisted twice to go with six shots (three on goal) and one corner in Wednesday's 4-3 victory over Olympiacos.

Impact Vinicius Junior recorded his first two assists of the UCL, having been involved in two of the four goals for Los Blancos. He recorded a start in four of the five games in the tournament, collecting six crosses and nine chances created with 14 shots (five on target) in that span.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench in draw Vinicius had one off-target shot and created one chance after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Elche.

Impact Vinicius had a rare appearance off the bench as he was brought as part of a triple substitution just before the hour mark with his team losing by one goal. However, the star winger didn't help as expected and was even unable to touch the ball for long stretches. With no goals or assists in any of his last seven appearances in all competitions, Vinicius still has a lot of credit but more performances like this one could make his absence of the starting XI a little more frequent.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No goals in last four Liga matches Vinicius Junior hasn't scored in his last four league appearances for Real Madrid.

Impact The Brazilian star has five goals in 16 matches between LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League. He remains influential in the final third for Los Merengues, but if the end product isn't here, he's not going to carry the same fantasy upside many managers expect him to have based on his ADP.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stars against Villarreal Vinicius Junior scored two goals while taking five shots (three on goal), crossing four times (three accurate) and creating six chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Vinicius Junior found the back of the net in the 47th and 69th minutes while leading Real Madrid in shots, crosses and chances created. The attacker has three goals to go along with 12 shots and 10 chances created over his last three La Liga starts.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Vinicius Junior assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-2 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Vinicius Junior assisted while recording one key pass during the Madrid derby loss Saturday. He's been a solid option in the attack, recording three goals with four assists while recording nine shots on target, 13 key passes and 13 successful dribbled in seven league games. He has, however, been dispossessed eight times in that span.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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