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JANUARY 2 • FOX SPORTS

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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

Involved in two of four goals Vinicius Junior scored a goal and added an assist while taking seven shots (five on goal) and creating three chances during Tuesday's 4-1 win over Levante.

Impact Vinicius Junior opened the scoring in the 28th minute before setting up Franco Mastantuono in the 38th while leading Real Madrid with his seven shots. The attacker has three goal involvements to go along with 12 shots and eight chances created over his last three La Liga starts.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assist Saturday Vinicius Junior assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Espanyol.

Impact Vincius was the recipient of an assist Saturday, with the winger finding Kylian Mbappe in the second half for the second goal of the contest. This is the Brazilians first assist in four games, now with two on the season. That said, he has two goals and two assists in five league appearances (four starts) this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona faces home game challenges with injuries and stadium issues

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Racial abuse of Black players spikes early in European soccer season

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SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Plot Guehi Hijack; Real Madrid Receive Haaland Ultimatum Harry Maguire, Vinicius Junior, Savinho and Fermín López also feature in today's transfer gossip.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Fan who racially insulted Iñaki Williams in Spanish league game reaches deal to avoid prison time

An Espanyol fan accused of racially insulting Athletic Bilbao forward Iñaki Williams during a Spanish league match five years ago has has accepted a one-year prison sentence but wi...

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Transfer Rumors: Fernandes Eyes MLS Move; Barcelona Line Up Lewandowski Replacement Alexander Isak, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Julián Alvarez, Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior and more feature in today’s gossip.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • SI.COM

Scores eventual winner Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Vinicius' goal was the second in two minutes in a stunning turn of events for Real Madrid. The forward was involved in a lot of the team's attacking moves and should continue being a threat in two weeks when Real Madrid faces a Real Sociedad side which has conceded four goals through three matches.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius helps Madrid fight back for win over Mallorca, Atletico remains winless in La Liga

Vinícius Júnior and Arda Güler scored back-to-back goals to help Real Madrid rally for a 2-1 win over Mallorca and make it three wins in as many games in the Spanish league

AUGUST 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Two goal contributions Sunday Vinicius scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win against Oviedo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Vinicius was only available from the bench Sunday after starting in their opener, with the Brazilian coming on for 28 minutes of play. However, this would be enough time for him to make an impact, notching a goal and an assist in the win. This marks his first two goal contributions of the season as he will look to top his 19 from last campaign, likely to enter the starting XI next contest again, especially with the current rumors of a possible Rodrygo exit.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior Sends Four-Word Message After Controversial Real Madrid Cameo Vinicius racked up an assist, a goal and a yellow card for diving during Real Madrid’s 3–0 win over Real Oviedo.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • SI.COM

Mbappé scores twice as Real Madrid wins 3-0 at Oviedo to maintain perfect start in La Liga

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso started with Vinícius Júnior on the bench for the Spanish league game at Oviedo on Sunday but the Brazil star still played a decisive role after comin...

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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