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Scores beauty in win Vinicius scored one goal from four shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Vinicius impresses with his performances with each passing match and added another quality goal to secure the winner in Sunday's game. He now ranks second in goals scored across La Liga with nine strikes, which puts him two behind teammate Karim Benzema on the leaderboard. Both will next face Athletic Club, which have conceded the fewest goals in the competition.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Vinicius created two chances from two crosses (both accurate) during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Sheriff Tiraspol.

Impact Vinicius wasn't needed to make as big of an impact as he's had to in other games but he still put up a reasonable stat line. Life may get more difficult against Sevilla, which hold the second-best defensive record in La Liga. As a result, it's important he doesn't lose his form during an impressive season that's seen him score eight times in 13 league matches.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets goal in win Vinicius scored one goal from three shots (three on goal) in 71 minutes of Sunday's 4-1 win over Granada.

Impact Vinicius continued his exceptional form by scoring for the eighth time in 13 league matches and by drawing Monchu's red card through his impressive dribbling abilities. Up next is a UCL trip to Sheriff Tiraspol, and so far Vinicius has only scored against Shakhtar Donetsk in this season's group stage.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in win Vinicius took three shots (two on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Vinicius was dangerous as ever on Saturday, but he wasn't able to get on the score sheet himself in his side's tight win over Rayo. The 21-year-old will be ready to continue his electric season after the international break when Madrid faces 17th-placed Granada, which have conceded 16 goals in 12 La Liga matches.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues hot streak Vinicius provided two assist from five chances created and won four-of-four tackles during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact With two goals and two assists in his last two starts, Vinicius is impressively doing as well or better than other superstars at the same age. While he's gone on two different streaks of not scoring in consecutive games, his scoring floor is still solid with averages of 2.84 shots per 90 in La Liga matches. Up next is a visit from Rayo Vallecano, which have conceded a respectable 12 goals in 12 games but will face a bigger challenge in Vinicius.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace against Elche Vinicius scored two goals and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Elche.

Impact Vinicius was once again the star for Real Madrid on Saturday, scoring his sixth and seventh league goals of the season as his side downed Elche. He will look forward to Wednesday's Champions League clash against Shakhtar, as he enjoyed the reverse fixture on Oct. 19 with another two goals and an assist in Real Madrid's 5-0 win.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Real in chances created Vinicius took two off target shots, crossed four times inaccurately and created three chances during Wednesday's 0-0 draw with Osasuna.

Impact Vinicius was held off the scoresheet despite being the main creator for Madrid on Wednesday. The winger finished with the third highest amount of shots and crosses on the team while leading Real with his three chances created in the draw.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Osasuna Vinicius (knock) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match with Osasuna.

Impact Vinicius came off with a knock Sunday, against Barcelona, but it appears the injury wasn't serious as he trained fully and was absent from all injury reports. He figures to play most of the match, as he has in nearly every game when healthy.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Barcelona Vinicius was subbed out of Sunday's 2-1 victory against Barcelona in the 87th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He created a chance in the match before going off.

Impact Vinicius appeared to suffer some cramps at the end of Sunday's El Classico. Eden Hazard could replace him on the left wing Wednesday against Osasuna if necessary.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in win Vinicius scored two goals from six shots (three on goal) and provided one assist from four chances created during Tuesday's 5-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Vinicius broke open the scoring with two goals in five minutes before helping out Rodrygo as well. With seven goals and three assists in 11 starts between the league and UCL, Vinicius is well on his way to an outstanding season if he can keep up the pace. Up next is El Clasico against Barcelona.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes five shots in loss Vinicius took five shots (two on target) and created four chances in Tuesday's 2-1 Champions League defeat against Sheriff Tiraspol. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Vinicius was once again very dangerous on Tuesday, and he won the penalty kick that Karim Benzema put away. But this loss against Sheriff will sting, and he will want to do better when he returns to La Liga on Sunday against Espanyol, which have conceded seven goals in as many matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots vs. Villarreal Vinicius shot four times (once on goal), creating two chances during Saturday's goalless draw with Villarreal.

Impact Vinicius did well during Saturday's draw but failed to get on the score sheet. The striker has five goals in five league starts, and is someone that has been threatening every time he's on the pitch. If he plays he has an incredibly favorable match Tuesday, at home against Sheriff.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Vinicius provided an assist, had four shots (two on target), created three chances and made three tackles (all won) during Wednesday's 6-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Vinicius had another very productive performance, assisting the goal the sealed the 6-1 win while also being involved on his side's second goal. The youngster is enjoying his best start to a season since joining Real Madrid, with five goals and two assists over six La Liga matches. He'll try to keep it up during Saturday's home match against Villarreal.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Vinicius scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) and created three chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Vinicius is coming into his own as a professional before our eyes as he and Karim Benzema helped each other out to score two goals in the 86th and 88th minutes. With five goals in five games, Vinicius is keeping pace at the top of the league goalscoring charts (also with Benzema) and should be a worthwhile target when starting. Up next is a visit from Mallorca, which concede a high rate of touches to attacking players.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty active versus Inter Vinicius took three shots (zero on target), created two scoring chances, had three successful take-ons and sent in one inaccurate cross in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Inter.

Impact Vinicius often created havoc with his scampers down the flank, but he was not very clutch when it came to finalizing his actions. He has scored four times thus far, adding 13 shots, six chances created and four crosses. Real Madrid will face Valencia away Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Vinicius scored one goal from four shots (three on goal) and created two chances during Sunday's 5-2 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Vinicius has already scored four goals in four games despite only starting in two of them. His good form has pushed Eden Hazard away from the left wing for the moment and it would make sense to see the Brazilian keep his place for Wednesday's UCL trip to Inter Milan in order to ride the hot hand.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in win over Betis Vinicius took two off target shots, crossed once inaccurately and created a chance during Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Betis.

Impact Vinicius was held off the scoresheet as Madrid needed just one goal to take down Betis on Saturday. The winger managed just one cross and created only one chance, but his two shots tied for the team-high total in the win. Vinicius was subbed off in the 78th minute.

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Nets brace as substitute Vinicius scored twice from two shots during Sunday's 3-3 draw with Levante.

Impact Vinicius subbed into the match in the 59th minute and scored in the 73rd and 85th to secure a point for Real Madrid. The goals upped the forward's season total to three on the year as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench in win Vinicius scored one goal from two shots (both on goal) in 24 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 4-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Vinicius has begun the season as Eden Hazard's backup on the left wing, but that situation is sure to change if he keeps getting goals in limited minutes. Figuring out this situation will be the biggest key to the Brazilian's value, and even more important if Hazard manages to stay healthy. Up next is a trip to Levante.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Held quiet in finale Vinicius shot once on goal and created one chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Vinicius was held quiet by Villarreal, and struggled to get forward and make much of a difference Saturday. The forward was solid throughout the match, but couldn't really find any good chances. Vinicius when healthy is an absolutely top forward in 2021/22.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance in win Vinicius created one chance from four crosses (zero accurate) and put one shot off target in 59 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Vinicius has started each of the last six matches in all competitions but only has eight shots and 12 crosses to show for his efforts. Seeing as Marco Asensio has been relegated back to the bench and Eden Hazard has been entering games as a replacement for Rodrygo on the other wing, Vinicius will still hope to be a starter for the season finale against Villarreal and likely hold low value for an attacker.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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