Real Madrid make it known that they were not happy with Vinicius Junior against RB Leipzig

Real Madrid secured their spot in the Champions League quarter-finals with a hard-fought victory over RB Leipzig, clinching a 2-1 aggregate win. The decisive goal came from Vinicius Junior, who found the back of the net amidst a tense battle on the pitch. Despite their advancement, Real Madrid were on thin ice, narrowly escaping several close calls throughout the match. Internally, there was a sense that Vinicius had squandered too many scoring opportunities, raising concerns within the team.

Following the game, former Real Madrid legend Predrag Mijatovic didn’t hold back in his critique of Vinicius’ performance. Additionally, Leipzig players were left puzzled by the referee’s decision not to punish Vinicius for an altercation with Willi Orban, where he appeared to grab Orban’s neck with both hands.

Reports from Marca suggest that dissatisfaction with Vinicius’ conduct stemmed from within the club itself. Whether originating from Carlo Ancelotti’s coaching staff or the players in the dressing room, there was a collective sense of frustration over Vinicius’ unnecessary confrontation with Orban. This action was deemed risky given the high stakes of the match. Ironically, Vinicius went on to score the crucial goal shortly after, underscoring his importance to the team.

Vinicius has faced criticism in the past, often deflecting blame onto opposing teams or circumstances. However, in the clash against Leipzig, there was no external factor to blame, highlighting Vinicius’ accountability for his actions. Despite avoiding a potential red card, Vinicius was at the center of scrutiny for his role in the incident.