Real Madrid achieved a wide and convincing victory over Salzburg at Santiago Bernabéu. Despite the overwhelming victory and securing three points in the Champions League, Tomás Roncero is clear that there was someone singled out. During the SER broadcast, the renowned journalist surprised everyone with his words about Vinícius Júnior, the two-goal scorer of the night.
Speaking about the match, Tomás Roncero didn't hold back: "Vinícius Júnior needs to push himself to earn the spotlight again. Mbappé has overtaken him, Bellingham is what he is, and Rodrygo said the other day 'here I am'. He needs to focus 100% on football because others are going to get ahead of him."
In this regard, the journalist made clear the problem Vinícius Júnior has: "All the goals will do him good, as he is feeling pressured. Rodrygo has been alert and waited for Bellingham's mistake. And the calmness with which he finishes... He has regained Ancelotti's respect."
Vinícius Júnior: the Heads and the Tails of Real Madrid against Salzburg
Vinícius Júnior was not only in the news for his brace for Real Madrid. He was also noted for the yellow card shown to him by Swedish referee Nyberg. He understood that he was acting by diving in the area to deceive him with a possible penalty.
The referee saw simulation in the action and didn't hesitate to caution the Brazilian from Real Madrid. This is the third yellow card Vinícius Júnior has received in this competition. This will prevent him from playing in the last match of the first phase of the Champions League that the merengue team will play against Brest.
Goalkeeper Bidstrup blocked Vinícius Júnior's path in the area. He went to the ground and asked the referee to call a penalty. The referee didn't hesitate and cautioned him for attempting to deceive him.
Tomás Roncero Needs More
Despite scoring a brace, the truth is that Tomás Roncero believes Mbappé has surpassed Vinícius Júnior. This is something the Brazilian star might be noticing: Coinciding with his teammate's rise, he has somewhat declined. However, there is absolute calm at Real Madrid regarding this matter.
No one doubts that Vinícius will soon show his best version again, and this will also concur with Mbappé's best moment. Once this happens, Real Madrid will become unstoppable.