Oct 22, 2026 8:25 AM
Another quiet game from Vinicius Jr., unable to find the net, prompted him to share a new message of faith on social media. He also received words of support from both Jose Mourinho and Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid defeated RB Leipzig 4-1 last Wednesday. A match corresponding to matchday 3 of the Champions League. From this victory, many positive things could be drawn, such as the quality of Arda Guler, who keeps proving it day by day. The confidence Yan Diomande has taken on after some first matchdays in which Madridismo had many doubts about him. But there are also negative things, for example, Vinicius Jr.
The Brazilian saw his name in the starting eleven again after serving his league suspension; however, once again he delivered a discreet match. He tried on several occasions, including a great shot that was saved by Maarten Vandevoordt. He also made multiple passes in attack in which he looked to assist Kylian Mbappe, but none ended in a dangerous play, being cut out by the German defenders.
After this, Vinicius posted a new message on his social media, which says: "Living every moment. Everything passes." A message that portrays the faith the winger has in being able to rediscover his great level, since he is living his darkest moment since he arrived at Real Madrid. For some time now, the fans have not seen Vinicius' characteristic smile; it is practically as if he were sad.
That is why both Jose Mourinho and his teammates have been questioned about the footballer's state of mind. "Vini had a very good match and offered an excellent tactical performance that served his coach and the team. He managed to build attacks from the left side and close spaces excellently, and he almost scored a wonderful goal if not for the goalkeeper's save on his powerful shot. Only he can explain why he feels sad, but his coach is happy," the Portuguese said.
In turn, Mbappe was also involved in this conversation, since he was asked exactly the same thing, to which the Frenchman responded. "Vini is fine. If he is sad, it is because he wants to give a lot to the team and to the people. He has to be proud of what he is, a great player; he has quality, and he has to be calm. I can do more; I am one of the few who can be demanded more from."
It is not clear what is going through Vinicius' head, but what is clear is that he will not be able to play this Sunday's first Clasico of the season. He remains suspended for having pulled Nathan Saliba's hair in the match against Villarreal a couple of weeks ago. His place will be taken by a Diomande who seems to have shed the pressure and is beginning to show his true football.
His three goals in four matches have made Madridismo begin to call for him as a starter. Without a doubt, when Vinicius returns to showing the quality we know him for, Madrid's attack will be extremely powerful.
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