Vinicius Junior Publicly Criticized by Former Real Madrid Player

In the 35th round of the Spanish championship, Real Madrid faced their eternal rivals Barcelona at the opponent’s home ground, the Camp Nou, and dramatically lost the match 4:3. Despite the Madrid players making a strong start, managing to score two goals within the first 15 minutes, the Catalans showed their character and made a determined comeback.

Direct Criticism: Strong Statement from Benito

After the match, former Real player and current football analyst Álvaro Benito expressed sharp criticism regarding the Brazilian star Vinicius Junior:

"However I describe Vinicius’s performance today, there is only one word to sum it up – disgraceful. You simply cannot perform so passively in such a critical match."

“Ancelotti Should Drop Him from the Team”

Benito intensified his viewpoint, saying further:

"Ancelotti needs to drop him from the squad. The new incoming coach must be ready for big tasks – a fundamental change in mentality is required for certain players."

"There’s a Mentality Problem"

According to Benito, Vinicius Junior only battles in the attack, makes no effort to support the defense, and is inactive in applying pressure (pressing) to the opponent:

"He thinks only about attack. Active movements such as retreating back, retrieving the ball, or applying pressure on the opponent practically do not exist for him. This is a serious problem for team spirit and discipline."

What Does Vinicius’s Statistic Show?

It's worth noting specifically that Vinicius was not indifferent on the pitch against Barcelona. He actively participated in attacking plays, providing two assists for Kylian Mbappé, and was substituted in the 88th minute.

Benito and Vinicius Relationship – Coincidence or Not?

Benito had previously been known for his criticisms related to Vinicius’s "character issues." These criticisms reportedly have caused significant divisions between the Brazilian player and some Real Madrid experts.

The Zamin.uz editorial team once again emphasizes that football requires not only skillful play but also mental preparation and discipline. Vinicius Junior has the opportunity to respond to his critics on the pitch, and how he reacts in upcoming matches will be watched with great interest.

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