Vinícius scores: “I always said the time would come”
MADRID. What a change of coach can do. Four goals in four competitive matches: Vinícius Junior contributes Real Madrid it seems as if he has finally broken the deadlock. With his performance so far, he is already close to topping all his figures from previous seasons in the first few weeks of the new season (2020/21 six goals in 49 games, 2019/20 five goals in 38 games, 2018/19 three goals in 31 games).
The 21-year-old Brazilian is finally showing it in front of the opponent's goal: calm and composure, coolness in the finish. Under Santiago Solari and Zinédine Zidane, he often had to endure ridicule and mockery after failing miserably even from the best positions. With Carlo Ancelotti, things are suddenly completely different.
"This is the result of a lot of work, of many hours of training in Valdebebas. And of the fight to improve the finishing. Since I arrived in Madrid, I always said that the time would come when I would score many goals in a row", said Vinícius in an interview with the Spanish sports newspaper AS.
“Trust is the key for a striker”
"I've felt very good since the start of the season, I have the trust of the coach and the staff. This trust makes me think that I can fail - and if I do, I'll just try again. For a striker, confidence is key. The coach said that in the end it's better to finish with one or two touches. We create more chances and score more goals. The coach worked with me in Valdebebas and helped me to improve.", said the youngster.
Cheers? Vinícius missed fans: “I got carried away”
The left winger scored his fourth personal win of the young season on Sunday, when the Royals played a match at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu for the first time in 560 days against Celta Vigo (5:2). After falling behind twice, it was Vinícius who finally put Carlo Ancelotti's team on the road to victory after the break with their first lead. His celebration was quite unusual: Vinícius jumped into the stands and threw himself into the crowd of fans. How did that happen?
"We played for a long time without our fans and maybe that's why I got a little carried away because everything came together when we scored the 3-2 goal. We returned home after such a long time and I scored again. In reality, it was a hug for the Bernabéu. I didn't know any of the people in the crowd. It was a hug for all the Madridistas who were always by our side.", explained the South American, who then also won a penalty.
"Feel like I'm playing on the street"
Vinícius also spoke about…
…the Bernabéu comeback: "It was all very special. With a 1-2 deficit at halftime, we knew that the support of the fans would be crucial if we wanted to turn the game around. This encouragement was fundamental. It was very difficult for us in Valdebebas. Especially for me, who likes playing with fans and is used to the passion for Brazilian football. Feeling the people's breath is something unique. So we believe that with the fans it will be easier to win as many titles as possible."
…the joy of playing that he currently radiates: "I try to play here as if I were at home, like I did in Brazil. I feel like I'm playing on the street, I do it with joy."
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…Speculations and demands of a loan deal to another LaLiga club: "I just wanted to be successful in Madrid - for my president and for the fans who have always supported me unconditionally. My family and I want to be in Madrid for many years, I don't want to have another experience. There are players who have been there for many years and have won a lot. I want to be like them. My dream is to spend many years at Real Madrid to play and win many Champions League titles. Well, also one or two championships, one or two Copas…”
…the attacking trio he formed against Celta with Karim Benzema and Eden Hazard: "The coach tries to get the best out of everyone by putting his trust in us where he knows we can do the most. I combined a lot with Eden and Karim against Celta and that was the key to the win."
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“A big fan of Karim since childhood”
…Karim Benzema: "Playing with Karim is incredible. I've always been a big fan of Karim since I was a child. It's a pleasure to play alongside him, he always helps me. He is one of the best players in history. I really enjoy playing with him. He always talks to me on and off the pitch. He helped me even when it was not clear whether I would be successful here."
…Marcelo: "He always knows how to advise me when I'm doing well or badly. This trust with his experience helps me. He has already told me that I will play here for a long time, just like him. Hopefully that will be the case."
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"I like Mbappé very much"
…the Spanish passport he applied for: "I think it won't be long now. We're waiting. I'm Brazilian at heart, but I hope to stay here for many years to come and I also feel a bit like a Spaniard."
…the Champions League: "Winning the Champions League is very difficult. After the painful defeat against Chelsea, we have our heads up again."
…Kylian Mbappé, whose transfer to Real failed for the time being: "Mbappé is a great player, I like him a lot. I'm also a fan of his. He will certainly have a great season at PSG. We'll see what happens with him in the future."
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