Vinicius Junior
Real MadridLW (CF)
Playmaking Forward
Jul 12, 2000 (25)
Right
5'9"
161 lb
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Scores equalizer in debut
Vinicius Junior scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Morocco.
Analysis: Vinicius scored the equalizer in the 32nd minute to save Brazil from losing in the World Cup debut for the first time since 1934. The Real Madrid star logged the second-most shots, crosses and chances created for his side during the draw. He's coming from a 21-goal season in Spain, while he scored just once in four games in Qatar 2022.
Set for prominent role
Vinicius is expected to be one of the key players for Brazil in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Analysis: Regardless of which position he'll play, the Real Madrid star will have a prominent role for La Canarinha after a 2025/26 season in which he tallied 21 goals and added 10 assists between LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League. Vinicius is considered one of the odds-on favorites to win the Golden Boot if Brazil makes a deep run in the tournament, but his track record with the national team isn't particularly impressive since he has just eight goals in 47 matches with Brazil. Look for Vinicius to operate mainly on the left side of the Brazilian attack, although he could play as a striker at times depending on the matchup.
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