VINICIUS JUNIOR NEWS

Provides assist in win Vinicius made an assist, had two shots on goal, created two chances and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Vinicius had another great performance here, using his combination and speed and skill to drive defenders crazy and assisting Casemiro for the opening goal of the match with a spectacular cross in the 38th minute. This has been a career season for the wonderkid so far, with 16 goals,12 assists and 83 chances created over 38 appearances in all competitions. Up next for Vinicius is Tuesday's second leg of UCL quarterfinals against Chelsea.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in win Vinicius provided one assist from one chance created during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Chelsea.

Impact Vinicius played a perfect combination with Karim Benzema to earn his side an early goal and create plenty of separation for the rest of the night. While Vinicius hasn't found the goals as much himself, he certainly plays well with Benzema in the side and is likely to keep that up in the coming weeks.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in win Vincius put one shot on target and committed six fouls during Saturday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Vinicius can sometimes look too frustrated to make an impact, but he still won five duels and logged a fourth straight full 90. It will be interesting to see what he can do in the UCL Quarterfinal against Chelsea after logging an assist in the last round against PSG.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tite hoping Neymar can forget club worries with Brazil

Brazil coach Tite and his players are doing their best to boost Neymar’s morale after the striker’s recent struggles at Paris Saint-Germain

MARCH 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

World Cup qualifying 2022: Can Chile rewrite history vs. Brazil?

Chile are desperate to avoid missing out on Qatar as the final window looms. David Mosse breaks down South American qualifying.

MARCH 23, 2022

Scores in win Vinicius scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) and created five chances during Monday's 3-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Vinicius seems to shine this season when opposing teams try to foul him off the pitch and that's what happened Monday as he opened the scoring and took a heavy challenge from Pablo Maffeo. With two goals and two assists in his last five starts between the league and UCL, Vinicius will be one of the headliners in a heavyweight matchup against Barcelona on Sunday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Martinelli named in Brazil World Cup squad for first time

Brazil coach Tite has called up uncapped Arsenal striker Gabriel Martinelli for the first time for the last two World Cup qualifying matches at the end of the month

MARCH 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists in win over PSG Vinicius tallied one assist, three shots (one on target), three chances created, two crosses (one accurate), seven dribbles and four fouls draw in Wednesday's 3-1 win over PSG.

Impact Vinicius turned in a terrific outing here and set up one of his team's goals along with other creative things he did. The forward is now with a goal and two assists over his past four matches alone and three goals and three assists since the turn of the year.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Vinicius made an assist, had two off-target shots, created three chances and drew two fouls during Saturday's 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Vinicius didn't shine as he usually does but delivered when it mattered the most, assisting Karim Benzema for the game-winning goal in the 82nd minute. The wonderkid is enjoying a career season, with 13 goals and six assists over 24 league appearances so far. He'll try to keep it up during next Saturday's home match against Real Sociedad.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Alaves Vinicius scored one goal during a 3-0 win Saturday versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Currently, Vinicius is one of the 2021-22 La Liga's best goalscorers. He scored 13 times across his last 23 appearances. Though teammate Karim Benzema possesses a better goal tally, only one other footballer (Raul de Tomas) has more than 12 this season.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in UCL defeat Vinicius one chance created, five fouls drawn and two tackles (both won) in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to PSG.

Impact It was a rough day at the office for Vinicius versus rampant Parisians. He's seen much better days of late though after notching two goals on 10 shots (four on target) and one assist on nine chances created and six crosses over his previous three matches.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Vinicius had four shots (one on target), created three chances, made four tackles (two won) and drew five fouls during Saturday's scoreless draw against Villarreal.

Impact Vinicius returned from suspension and was very active while he was on the pitch, both finishing plays and creating for his teammates, but his side's plans were ruined by an inspired goalkeeper. With 14 goals and eight assists over 28 appearances including La Liga and Champions League, the wonderkid will try to add to his tally during Tuesday's visit to PSG for UCL Round of 16.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from suspension Vinicius served his one-match suspension against Granada, and is now available once more.

Impact Vinicius picked up the suspension for yellow card accumulation, and served it Sunday. The forward will be right back in the starting XI and should be expected to lead the line heading into a busy period featuring matches in the Champions League, and in La Liga.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup qualifying: Brazil, Argentina turn to young stars

With Neymar and Messi sidelined, Brazil and Argentina will feature young stars in the upcoming World Cup qualifying window, David Mosse writ...

JANUARY 26, 2022

Focus on Brazil's Vinícius Júnior, Argentina's Dybala

With World Cup spots secured, Brazil and Argentina appear set to test players in qualifying who are beloved by fans while trying to prove themselves with national teams

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist in draw Vinicius provided an assist, had two shots (one on target), created four chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), drew three fouls, including a penalty, and was shown a yellow...

Impact Vinicius had another brilliant performance for Madrid, suffering a penalty that was missed by Karim Benzema during the first half, using his speed and skill to create a lot of dangerous plays and finally assisting Eder Militao for a dramatic equalizer during second half's stoppage time. With 12 goals and five assists over 21 league apperances so far this season, Vinicius is having the best season of his career. On the other hand, the starlet picked up his fifth yellow card of the campaign and will be suspended for Feb. 6 home match against Granada.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace against Valencia Vinicius (illness) scored two goals off four shots (two on target), created two chances, made two tackles (both won) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 4-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Vinicius returned to the team after recovering from the COVID-19 infection that made him miss the previous match and picked up where he left in 2021. The wonderkid scored two second-half goals to extend his side's lead and now has 12 goals scored over 20 La Liga appearances so far this season. Up next for him is Jan. 23 clash against Elche.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Valencia Vinicius (illness) has been called up for Saturday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Vinicius missed Real Madrid's last two games in all competitions after testing positive for COVID-19, but he has recovered and should return to the starting lineup on Saturday.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Vinicius has tested positive for COVID-19, Real Madrid announced Wednesday.

Impact Vinicius has started 23 consecutive games in all competitions for Real Madrid dating back to August, but he will miss Sunday's clash against Getafe while in isolation. Eden Hazard could fill in for him on the left wing for the game, but Vinicius will hope to be able to return by the Jan. 8 game against Valencia.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Vinicius created two chances and conceded a yellow card during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Vinicius cut a frustrated figure for much of the night as Wednesday's opponents largely kept him in check with a mix of hard fouls and clever tactics. This is a report more like the Brazilian last season than in his present goalscoring exploits, so keep an eye out to make sure Vinicius doesn't make this a habit. Up next is a trip to Getafe, which have conceded the joint second-fewest shots to forwards in La Liga.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Vinicius took four shots (one on target) and created a chance in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Vinicius and Real Madrid dominated Sunday's game but they just couldn't make the breakthrough into Jeremias Ledesma's goal. He will be looking for a better result Wednesday against Athletic Bilbao -- which have conceded just 14 goals in 18 matches this season -- in the last game before the winter break begins for his side.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace of assists in win Vinicius took two shots (one on target) and assisted two goals in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Atletico Madrid. He also won one of four tackles in the match.

Impact Vinicius' scintillating form this season continued as he set up both goals in Sunday's derby win against Atletico. He has 10 goals and four assists already in La Liga alone, and he will be looking for more next weekend against 19th-placed Cadiz, which have conceded 30 goals in 16 matches.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Vinicius took two shots and created three chances in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Inter. He also won one of three tackles in the match.

Impact Vinicius was dangerous as usual on Tuesday, and his side clinched the top seed in Group D in defeating Inter. On Sunday he will face rivals Atletico in La Liga, which have conceded 16 goals in 15 matches this season.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Vincius scored one goal from five shots (four on goal) and created one chance during Saturday's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Vinicius continues to dance circles around his opponents with his dribbling abilities and also has little issue finding the net following a third goal in five games. With Karim Benzema picking up a knock, Vinicius's scoring skills will become even more important for a UCL match against Inter Milan and the local derby against Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in win Vinicius created five chances and drew four fouls during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Vinicius failed to take a shot during this game but was still a major presence on the pitch thanks to his dribbling ability and a total of nine duels won. He'll need to keep up his confident style of play against Real Sociedad, which are tied for the fewest goals conceded in La Liga.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE