If Vinícius is undoubtedly one of the best footballers in the world at the moment, his behavior on the pitch leaves no stone unturned and even his coach is getting fed up.
A double scorer this Saturday in Real Madrid’s 2-4 win in Pamplona, the left winger continues to trouble opposition defenses and has six goals in his last four games.
“Every game the referee gives me a card! »
But the virtuoso also has a dark side, which is being talked about more and more. Not far from being sent off against Leipzig (1:1) in the Champions League and the author of the stampede against Celta Vigo (4:0), he did it again against Osasuna.
The Brazil international (26 caps) was shown a yellow card after taunting the referee, picking up his fourth yellow card in as many games. He will therefore be suspended for the important reception of the Athletic Club. The angry player did not hesitate to complain when he returned to the dressing room: “Every game the referee gives me a card! At all matches! »
Carlo Ancelotti, the White House coach, returned to this situation in a press conference: “He needs to control the surrounding pressure a little better. Vinicius could have added more”.
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Behavior reminiscent of another Brazilian, a certain Neymar. Perfect proof that talent is not everything and that behavior can make a big difference in a career.