The Madrid Derby between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid left much more than a white victory. Besides the triumph of the merengue team, the focus was on Vinícius Júnior and his behavior both on the field and on social media. The controversy arose after a missed penalty, a reaction that not everyone liked, and, of course, his defiant attitude at the end of the match.
Missed Penalty and Tension on the Field
The match was marked by intensity. Although Real Madrid surpassed Atlético in penalties, the opportunity to secure the victory came for Vinícius Júnior.
With a penalty in favor, the Brazilian failed to convert it, and the frustration was evident. This miss could have sealed the qualification to the Champions League quarter-finals.
The missed penalty left the Madrid team in an uncomfortable situation. Amid the tension, Vinícius showed his anger, which led to a small dispute with his teammate Jude Bellingham. Carlo Ancelotti, faced with the situation, decided to substitute the forward before the penalty shootout.
Boos and Provocative Gesture
After being substituted, Vinícius Júnior left the field and, upon reaching the stands, did not hesitate to make a provocative gesture. In response to the boos, Vinícius showed the 15-0, highlighting Real Madrid's 15 Champions League titles compared to Atlético's zero.
This gesture was seen by many as a clear provocation to the Atlético fans. The atmosphere, already charged with tensions, reached another level, and social media were flooded with comments about the Brazilian's gesture.
Vinícius Responds on Social Media
After what happened in the stadium, Vinícius Júnior took to his social media to make his message clear. He posted a strong message: "There's only one Madrid," reaffirming his pride in being part of the most successful club in Europe. The player's words quickly caused reactions of all kinds.
Many Atlético fans took the opportunity to remind Vinícius that it's not the first time he has received insults and criticism, especially for his play style. "Then you cry because you're insulted." The rivalry between both teams intensifies with each match, and now social media have become an additional battleground.
The Rivalry on Social Media
The Madrid Derby is not only played on the field. In the digital age, provocations and quick responses are transferred to social media, where footballers, like Vinícius Júnior, do not hesitate to send messages to fuel the rivalry. Although Real Madrid's victory was the most important outcome, the reactions of the players and their followers have given more to talk about than the match itself.
Vinícius, always in the spotlight, remains controversial, both for his play style and his attitude off the field. This latest controversy only adds more fuel to the fire of a rivalry that seems to have no end.