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How Vini Jr is boosting newly-promoted Portuguese club

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. is having a major impact at newly-promoted Portuguese side Alverca, where he is a minority shareholder. Sporting director Pedro Alves has hailed the Brazilian's influence, which has brought global visibility to the club, including a surprise appearance at a recent league match against Benfica.

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'Shouldn't be offended' - Alonso warns Vini Jr. to get used to bench

Vinicius Junior was named on the bench for Real Madrid's Champions League opener against Marseille on Tuesday, with Rodrygo starting in his place on the left wing. After the game, head coach Xabi Alonso made it clear that the squad must get used to his rotational policy and sit out a game every now and then, but reassured that Vinicius remains just as important to the cause.

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Real Madrid to snub Ballon d'Or again?! Unsuccessful meeting revealed

Real Madrid remain at odds with the Ballon d’Or organisers after Vinicius Jr’s snub last year, raising doubts over their participation in 2025’s gala.

Chelsea wonderkid Estevao earns ‘like Vini’ billing from Pedro

The natural ability of Chelsea wonderkid Estevao Willian has left Joao Pedro stunned, with the youngster billed as being “like Vinicius Jr”.

Vini Jr and Guler to the rescue in rapid Real Madrid comeback

The Spanish giants were still short of their best, but good value for a narrow victory to continue their undefeated start

Vini Jr benched again? Alonso praises impact role

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso is reluctant to alter his starting XI, even after Vinicius Jr’s match-winning cameo against Real Oviedo.

La Liga complain to police over racist Vini Jr & Mbappe chants

La Liga have lodged a police complaint after Vinicius Jr and Kylian Mbappe were subjected to racist chants during Real Madrid’s win at Oviedo.

Real Madrid legend suggests Vinicius Jr should be sold

Real Madrid legend Pedja Mijatovic has advised his former club to sell Vinicius Junior this summer, while slamming the Brazilian winger for his on-field behaviour. The Selecao star came off the bench to contribute with a goal and an assist last weekend, as Los Blancos registered a comfortable 3-0 win over Real Oviedo in La Liga.

Carlo Ancelotti Announces Brazil's Team To Face The FIFA World Cup Qualifier

Ancelotti leaves Neymar, Vinícius, Rodrygo off Brazil squad

Brazil will face Chile and Bolivia in the final South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, assured of its place in tournament

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Euro XI: Spurs keep Man City curse alive, Vini plays angry

GOAL US unpacks the main weekend storylines from the Premier League, La Liga and other top competitions in The Euro XI

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'You must demand respect' - Alonso explains decision to bench Vini Jr

Xabi Alonso has moved to clarify his decision-making process after leaving Vinicius Jr. on the bench for Sunday's comfortable league win.

Mbappe carries Madrid while Vini shows Rodrygo how it's done

Xabi Alonso's side weren't particularly impressive on Sunday but still secured their second La Liga win in a row to open the season

Move Trent! The changes Alonso must make to improve Madrid

Los Blancos may have won their first game of the season but the new coach has an awful lot of work to do at the Santiago Bernabeu

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Vinicius' contract standoff rocks Real Madrid

Vinicius Junior has reportedly refused Real Madrid's latest contract proposal, casting huge doubt over his long-term future in the Spanish capital. The Brazilian, regarded as one of the brightest stars in the Los Blancos squad, has grown increasingly frustrated with the terms offered and his camp believes the numbers simply do not stack up.

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Explained: Why Vinicius is set to be DROPPED from Brazil squad

Vinicius Junior is reportedly set to be dropped from the Brazil squad by Carlo Ancelotti for the September World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia. Ancelotti, who was once Vinicius' loudest cheerleader at Real Madrid, might rest the star forward during the upcoming international window.

Frequently asked questions

: Luis Diaz plays as a left winger for his current club Liverpool, using his stronger right foot to cut in from the left and shoot on goal.
: Luis Diaz was born in Barrancas, La Guajira, in Colombia.
: Luis Diaz dons the iconic No. 7 jersey for Liverpool, previously worn by striker Luis Suarez before he made the switch to Barcelona in 2014. The most recent to wear No. 7 for Liverpool before Diaz was club legend James Milner.
: Luis Diaz stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He uses his verticality and pace to create chaos on the wings, and is a versatile option in attack.
: Luis Diaz weighs 73kg (161 lbs). He is a quick winger and possesses a keen eye for goal.
: Surprisingly, it was only at the age of 17 that Luis Diaz took his first steps as a footballer. The Colombian international attended an open trial hosted by Atletico Junior in 2014, impressing enough to land a spot at the club's youth academy.
: Surprisingly, it was only at the age of 17 that Luis Diaz took his first steps as a footballer. The Colombian international attended an open trial hosted by Atletico Junior in 2014, impressing enough to land a spot at the club's youth academy.
: Yes, Luis Diaz has two daughters named Roma and Charlotte with his fiancee Gera Ponce.

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