Vinicius Junior - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Returns to team training Junior (undisclosed) was back in team training with Brazil Monday and should be an option for Tuesday's clash against Croatia, according to Diario AS.

Impact Junior had a few people on alert after sitting out Saturday's session for individual gym work and treatment, which threw a bit of uncertainty around his status for Tuesday's friendly against Croatia. But the momentum has swung back in his favor since he rejoined full team training Monday with the Selecao and is now right back in the mix for that showdown. Brazil's staff will still probably manage his minutes carefully after the heavy load he has been carrying with Real Madrid, but at this stage, the expectation is that he will be good to go on Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid loanee Endrick gives honest verdict on his chances of making Brazil's World Cup squad after impressive start at Lyon

Real Madrid loanee Endrick has opened up on his aspirations to represent Brazil at the 2026 World Cup following his strong start to life at...

1 DAY AGO • goal

Real Madrid loanee Endrick gives honest verdict on his chances of making Brazil's World Cup squad after impressive start at Lyon

"He will win them the World Cup" - LaLiga chief makes bold claim about Real Madrid star while making Lionel Messi comparison La Liga chief Javier Tebas has told Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr to win the World Cup to win over the fans like Lionel Messi.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Doubtful against Croatia Junior was absent from Brazil's training session on Saturday, raising doubts over his availability for Tuesday's friendly against Croatia, according to globo.

Impact The Brazilian star did not take part in the team's training session on Saturday, instead completing individual gym work before undergoing treatment, without joining the rest of the group on the pitch. His absence has cast doubt over his involvement in the second friendly against Croatia. The Brazilian camp will be closely monitoring his condition over the coming days, though it is also possible that Brazil are simply giving him a rest given the heavy schedule he has endured with Real Madrid in recent weeks, with another league fixture coming just three days after the Croatia friendly.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Focused Solely on Real Madrid After the departure of Antoine Griezmann to Orlando City in MLS, speculation began to emerge about a possible similar move for Vinicius Jr....

4 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Vinicius shuts down MLS rumors after Griezmann move: "I only think about Real Madrid" Vinicius Jr addressed MLS rumors after Griezmann’s move and made his commitment to Real Madrid clear.

5 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Benfica fined for fans' racism at Real Madrid game with UEFA investigation of player ongoing

Benfica has been fined by UEFA for racist abuse by fans at a Champions League game against Real Madrid

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Vinicius Jr Reveals Stance on MLS Transfer, Real Madrid Future The winger has not made much progress on locking down his future in a white shirt.

5 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Jude Bellingham names Real Madrid teammate who always inspires the team to bounce back after 3-2 win vs Atletico Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham hailed attacker Vinicius Junior for inspiring his teammates as Los Blancos came from behind to beat A...

MARCH 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Nets brace Junior scored two goals to go with five shots (four on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Junior equalized with a spot kick in the 52nd minute and then won the game with a brilliant goal in the 72nd minute assisted by Trent Alexander-Arnold. Junior also made a tackle. He has continued his brilliant run of performances and has now netted braces in back-to-back games.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinicius Jr scored twice while Federico Valverde again found the net as Real Madrid saw off Atletico Madrid, 3-2, in a frantic derby on Sund...

MARCH 22 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Atletico Madrid: Vinicius Jr provides the derby-day double while Fede Valverde impresses again despite red card to keep title race alive

Vinícius scores twice to lead Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico in La Liga

Vinícius Júnior has scored twice to lead 10-man Real Madrid to a pulsating 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid and keep in touch with La Liga leader Barcelona

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Brace leads to win Vinicius scored two goals to go with seven shots (three on goal) in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Manchester City.

Impact Vinicius would find the back of the net in the second leg after he failed to in the first, first scoring in the 22nd minute before converting a penalty in the 93rd minute for a brace. This comes after a poor run of play for the Brazilian's standards, with his last goal four games ago. He continues to be a top option in the attack and should only be helped by the return of Kylian Mbappe, as Vinicius is up to five goals and four assists in 12 UCL appearances.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Real Madrid and PSG advance to quarterfinals. Bodø/Glimt fairytale run is over

Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain have quickly snuffed out hopes of epic comebacks by Manchester City and Chelsea in the Champions League

MARCH 17 • Associated Press

Real Madrid player ratings vs Elche: Dean Huijsen does it all! Defender stars at both ends and Federico Valverde & Arda Guler net stunning goals as Alvaro Arbeloa's side stay hot on Barcelona's tail

Real Madrid cruised to a 4-1 win over struggling Elche to put the pressure back on La Liga leaders Barcelona. Los Blancos built on their thr...

MARCH 14 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Elche: Dean Huijsen does it all! Defender stars at both ends and Federico Valverde & Arda Guler net stunning goals as Alvaro Arbeloa's side stay hot on Barcelona's tail

Why didn't Valverde take the penalty vs Manchester City? Vinicius missed it in Champions League Federico Valverde explained why he didn’t take Real Madrid’s penalty against Manchester City in the Champions League and allowed Vinicius Jr...

MARCH 13 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup Away Kits Revealed As Jordan's 'Jumpman' Featured

Brazil's away World Cup kit will feature Jordan Brand's iconic Jumpman logo, and will debut later this month in a friendly against France.

MARCH 13 • FOX SPORTS

Brazil's 2026 FIFA World Cup Away Kits Revealed As Jordan's 'Jumpman' Featured

Vinicius Jr. equals Cristiano Ronaldo's all-time Real Madrid Champions League assist mark Following Real Madrid’s dominant win over Manchester City, Vinicius Jr. has officially equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for the most Champ...

MARCH 12 • BOLAVIP.COM

Thibaut Courtois responds to suggestion Real Madrid players were behind Xabi Alonso's sacking

Thibaut Courtois has strongly denied claims that Real Madrid's senior stars orchestrated the dismissal of Xabi Alonso. The former Blancos mi...

MARCH 12 • goal

Thibaut Courtois responds to suggestion Real Madrid players were behind Xabi Alonso's sacking

Video: Vinicius Jr misses penalty against Donnarumma in Champions League Vinicius Jr. failed to extend Real Madrid's lead against Manchester City, as his penalty shot met Gianluigi Donnarumma's gloves.

MARCH 11 • BOLAVIP.COM

Real Madrid's Valverde scores first-half hat trick in victory over Man City in Champions League

Federico Valverde's sublime first-half hat trick put Real Madrid in the driver's season against Manchester City in their Champions League round-of-16 tie

MARCH 11 • Associated Press

Alvaro Arbeloa hails Federico Valverde as 'everything a Real Madrid player should be' after hat-trick masterclass against Man City

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa showered Fede Valverde with immense praise following a commanding 3-0 win over Manchester City, describing...

MARCH 11 • goal

Alvaro Arbeloa hails Federico Valverde as 'everything a Real Madrid player should be' after hat-trick masterclass against Man City

Real Madrid player ratings vs Man City: Fede Valverde is unbelievable! Hat-trick hero delivers Champions League masterclass - but how costly will Vinicius Jr's penalty miss prove?

Federico Valverde turned in a Champions League performance for the ages, bagging a first-half hat-trick to lead Real Madrid to a comfortable...

MARCH 11 • goal

Real Madrid player ratings vs Man City: Fede Valverde is unbelievable! Hat-trick hero delivers Champions League masterclass - but how costly will Vinicius Jr's penalty miss prove?

Penalty saved Vinicius registered four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Manchester City.

Impact Vinicius would see quite a few chances on net Wednesday but failed to score on all four shots he had, the worst being a penalty saved in the 58th minute. He has now gone three games since his last goal, with 10 shots during that span. He will be a key part of the second leg as he acts as a nuisance in the attack against City, likely to be used as a distraction while City tries to come back from three down.

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