VINICIUS JUNIOR NEWS

Two goal contributions Tuesday Vinicius scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Vinicius returned to play Tuesday, appearing to have not missed a beat after a stunning performance. He would earn two goal contributions, a goal and an assist, helping lead Real to the win. This is now five goals in UCL play with his assist being his first in the competition, giving him 19 in 18 appearances across all competitions.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior Returns in Style, Kylian Mbappe Suffers Injury: Things We Learned From Atalanta 2-3 Real Madrid Vinícius Júnior bagged a goal and an assist in Real Madrid’s Champions League victory over Atalanta.

2 DAYS AGO • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Starting against Atalanta Vinicius (thigh) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Vinicius is back with the team after training this week, returning to his regular spot in the starting XI. He should continue in this role moving forward after returning from his four-match absence, as he has only missed one start this season when fit, bagging 17 goal contributions in 17 appearances.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Vinicius (thigh) is questionable for Tuesday's match against Atalanta, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti. "It's important to have Vinicius back in training so he can start getti...

Impact Vinicius is questionable for the midweek match after training this week, and he is nearing a return from his thigh issues. His availability will likely come down to a late fitness test, taking place just ahead of game time. If fit, Vinicius will hope to see the start, as he is a regular starter when healthy. However, if left out, Brahim Diaz and Arda Guler are possible replacements.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carlo Ancelotti Confirms Vinicius Junior Return Date Vinícius Júnior could make his return for Real Madrid against Atalanta, per Carlo Ancelotti.

6 DAYS AGO • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

"I'm a big fan of Kylian Mbappe but he's not showing it" - Van der Vaart snubs Real Madrid's Mbappe and Vinicius; names best player in the world now Former Real Madrid midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has named Mohamed Salah the best player in the world ahead of Vinicius Junior and Kylian...

DECEMBER 6 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Aiming to return in UCL Vinicius Junior (thigh) is out for Saturday's match at Girona but is aiming to be available for the game against Atalanta on Tuesday, Dec. 10, manager Carlo Ancelotti told media, i...

Impact Real Madrid aren't looking to rush Vinicius' progression, and they're willing to wait as long as it's needed to have the star forward back in the mix. The Girona match comes too soon for him, however, meaning Brahim Diaz is likely to remain in the attacking line alongside Rodrygo and Kylian Mbappe.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Vinicius Junior Calls Out 'Crazy' Schedule After Sustaining Thigh Injury Real Madrid’s Vinícius Júnior blamed soccer’s expanded match calendar on his latest injury.

NOVEMBER 25 • SACBEE.COM

Suffers thigh injury Vinicius is out for the time being due to a thigh issue, according to his club.

Impact Vinicius is heading for the sidelines for a spell of time, with the attacker suffering an injury following Sunday's win against Leganes despite playing the full 90 minutes. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he has started in all but one match this season. He still has not seen a timetable for his return, with Brahim Diaz, Endrick and Arda Guler likely seeing more time in his absence.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

"I love him at football level" - Leganes manager snubs Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius while choosing 'favorite' Real Madrid player Leganes manager Borja Jimenez has named Luka Modric his favorite Real Madrid player ahead of Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.

NOVEMBER 21 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Vinicius Junior Costs Brazil Three Points: Takeaways From Draw With Venezuela Brazil's path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup hit a snag after only managing a 1–1 draw with Venezuela at the Estadio Monumental de Maturín.

NOVEMBER 14 • SI.COM

Vinicius Junior Ballon d'Or snub had 'nothing to do with racism' says ex-Real Madrid boss | Sporting News Vinicius Junior, one of Real Madrid's brightest stars, is no stranger to controversy. The Brazilian winger has not only become a target for...

NOVEMBER 13 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Produces sensational performance Vinicius Junior scored three goals to go with six shots (four on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 win against Osasuna.

Impact Vinicius Junior accounted for three of Real's four goals in their thrashing of Osasuna. He terrorized defenders throughout his 75 minutes on the pitch, completing a match-high seven dribbles, creating two chances, and having 15 touches in the opposition's box. The Brazilian phenom now has eight goals on the year, and will look to continue to stuff the stat sheet against Leganes on Sunday, November 24.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid golea a Osasuna con tripleta de Vinicius y Militão sufre desgarro en la rodilla Vinicius Junior marcó una tripleta para impulsar la victoria 4-0 del Real Madrid sobre Osasuna el sábado en la liga española, duelo en el qu...

NOVEMBER 9 • LATIMES.COM

Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior Responds to Ballon d'Or Snub With Hat Trick vs. Osasuna Less than two weeks after Vinícius Júnior lost the 2024 Ballon d'Or to Rodri, the winger bagged a hat trick against Osasuna.

NOVEMBER 9 • SI.COM

Liverpool urged to 'break the bank' for Vinicius Junior with Real Madrid star a 'ready-made replacement' for Mohamed Salah | Goal.com US Danny Murphy has advised Liverpool to sign Vinicius Junior as he considers the Brazilian a "ready-made replacement" for Mohamed Salah.

NOVEMBER 6 • GOAL.COM

Converts penalty in loss Vinicius Junior scored a goal while taking four shots (three on goal), crossing four times (two accurate) and creating five chances during Tuesday's 3-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Vinicius Junior converted a penalty for Real's lone goal in the 23rd minute while leading his side with five chances created in the match. The attacker has scored four goals while combining for 11 shots and seven chances created in his last two Champions League matches.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Carlo Ancelotti Reveals Vinicius Junior's Mindset After 2024 Ballon d'Or Snub Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti insisted Vinícius Júnior is past his 2024 Ballon d’Or snub and ready to face AC Milan.

NOVEMBER 4 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí win Ballon d’Or award as Real Madrid snubs ceremony

Spanish midfielders Rodri and Aitana Bonmatí have won the men's and women's Ballon d'Or awards for the world’s best soccer players.

OCTOBER 29

Rodri to Win 2024 Ballon d'Or, Vinicius Junior to Skip Ceremony, per Report Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid will not travel to France after reportedly learning Rodri will win the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

OCTOBER 28 • SACBEE.COM

Completes comeback Vinicius Junior scored three goals to go with seven shots (four on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 5-2 victory against Borussia Dortmund. In addit...

Impact Vinicius Junior was the hero Tuesday, completing the hat trick to erase the 2-0 deficit against Borussia Dortmund. He's scored seven goals with three assists in the last nine games played in all competitions, totaling 31 shots (12 on target) and 13 chances created while sending 25 crosses (eight accurate) in that span.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Arsenal rebounds, Aston Villa keeps rolling, Real Madrid's magic strikes again

Tuesday's 2024 Champions League final rematch between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund more than lived up to the hype.

OCTOBER 22

Vinicius Junior scores hat trick as Real Madrid beats Dortmund 5-2 in Champions League

Vinicius Junior scored a hat trick as Real Madrid turned boos into cheers with a 5-2 win over Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League, while Paris Saint-Germain dropped more poin...

OCTOBER 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arsenal told Rodrygo could be the new Sylvain Wiltord as Mikel Arteta is urged to swoop for 'underrated' Real Madrid star who is being 'overshadowed' by Kylian Mbappe & Vinicius Junior | Goal.com US Former Arsenal star Emmanuel Petit has urged Mikel Arteta to sign Rodrygo, who he claims is being "overshadowed" at Real Madrid.

OCTOBER 22 • GOAL.COM

Nets another goal Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Vinicius Junior recorded a second goal in a row for his fifth in league play. He's collected two goals and two assists in the last five matches in all competitions, keeping his world class form for Los Blancos.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE