VINICIUS JUNIOR NEWS

World Cup Now: Who was Brazil's man of the match vs. South Korea?

The "World Cup Now" crew breaks down Brazil's blowout win over South Korea in the round of 16.

DECEMBER 5, 2022

World Cup 2022 highlights: Brazil dominates South Korea, 4-1

The 2022 FIFA World Cup continued Monday on FOX with Brazil crushing South Korea in the round of 16. Here are the top plays!

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Vinicius Junior responds to judgement delivered on racist chanting Vinicius Junior responds to the Spanish Justice Department’s verdict on the racial abuse directed at him earlier this season.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Has first FWC goal ruled out Vinicius had one shot on goal, created two chances and drew five fouls during Monday's 1-0 win over Switzerland.

Impact Vinicius was once again one of his side's best players, driving defenders crazy on the left flank with his combination of speed and skill. The wonderkid would've scored his first career FWC goal in the 64th minute if it wasn't for Richarlison being caught offside earlier on the action. Anyway, he kept going and initiated the play the led to Casemiro's game-winner during the closing stages of the match. Vincius could very well be one of the players rested on Friday's clash against Cameroon but will certainly lead the offense once again if picked to play.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Viewer's Guide: Ronaldo gets rematch with Uruguay

Cristiano Ronaldo gets his rematch four years after Uruguay knocked his Portugal team out of the World Cup

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist in win over Serbia Vinicius made an assist, had four shots (one on target) and created four chances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Serbia.

Impact Vinicius had a great FWC debut, especially during the second half, when Brazil started relying heavily on the left flank to generate plays. And the wonderkid proved to be decisive for his team to win all three points, taking the shot the resulted in a rebound slotted home by Richarlison for the opening goal and then making a beautiful pass for the same Richarlison to seal the 2-0 win in the 73rd minute. With Neymar (ankle) probably missing Monday's clash against Switzerland, Vinicius could have an even bigger role on offense.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022 Group G Team Guides: Brazil

Brazil's depth could end their World Cup title drought.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Stu Holden's top 50 players at World Cup 2022

FOX Sports soccer analyst Stu Holden counts down his picks for the 50 best players at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Stu Holden's top 50 players at World Cup 2022, No. 8: Vinicius Junior

Vinicius Junior's first World Cup is primed to be a special one, Stu Holden says.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

World Cup 2022 Expert Picks: Golden Boot, Golden Ball and Young Player

FOX Sports soccer analysts made their predictions for the World Cup 2022 awards, from Young Player to Golden Boot.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

World Cup 2022 odds: Messi, Neymar, Mbappe lead Golden Ball futures lines

As the World Cup approaches, let's take a look at the Golden Ball odds for the top players in the world (with all odds via FOX Bet).

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

World Cup 2022 odds: Harry Kane, Ronaldo, Mbappe Lead Golden Boot futures

With the 2022 World Cup around the corner, here's a look at the Golden Boot odds at FOX Bet for the best players.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Takes two shots in loss Vinicius put two shots off target and created two chances during Monday's 3-2 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Vinicius still wasn't far from scoring but he did concede his second yellow card. An exceptional first half of the season in which he's scored 10 times and logged four assists across all competitions will close Thursday against Cadiz before Vinicius joins Brazil's World Cup squad in Qatar.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in third straight Vinicius scored one goal on five shots (two on goal) and created two chances during 64 minutes of Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.

Impact Vinicius scored for the third straight game and contributed to a goal in a fourth consecutive match. This puts him in good shape over the final week before the World Cup as he went four straight matches in October without scoring ahead of his current impressive run of form.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores lone goal in draw Vinicius scored one goal on two shots (one on target) and one chance created during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Girona.

Impact Vinicius made a nice run toward goal in the 70th minute and smoothly completed the scoring portion of a Federico Valverde assist. It was Madrid's first and only goal of the contest, and it helped the squad earn one point from the rather sluggish matchup. Overall, it wasn't the best of matches for fantasy performances, but Vinicius rewarded managers with his late efforts. The winger impressively now has six goals in 12 league matches and another three in UCL play.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in loss Vinicius scored one goal from five shots (three on goal) and created two chances during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact With two assists and one goal in his last two starts, Vinicius is finishing October in strong form after failing to score or assist in four straight games until Saturday against Sevilla. With the World Cup on the horizon, it would not be surprising to see Vinicius pick up the pace even more as he bids for a bigger place in the team.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace of assists vs. Sevilla Vinicius took three shots (one on target) and assisted two goals in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Sevilla. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Vinicius grabbed his first La Liga assists since August on Saturday, picking out a clever pass for Luka Modric to open the scoring and then finding Lucas Vazquez to finish off a clinical counter attack. But Vinicius hasn't found the net himself in any of his last five games in all competitions since the UCL win over Shakhtar Donetsk back on Oct. 5, and he will want to end that drought Tuesday against RB Leipzig.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots off bench Vinicius subbed into Tuesday's Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk in the 57th minute and he took two shots in the 1-1 draw.

Impact Vinicius started Tuesday's game on the bench for the first time this season as Rodrygo, Eden Hazard and Federico Valverde lined up in attacking midfield behind Karim Benzema. Vinicius should return to the XI on the left wing for Sunday's El Classico.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE