Watch: Alonso and Real Madrid superstar share good laugh despite speculation of tension | OneFootball

Real Madrid delivered a comfortable 5-0 win over Kairat Almaty, with Kylian Mbappe stealing the headlines after netting a superb hat-trick against the Kazakhstan side.

While the Frenchman was the star of the night, Vinicius Jr. was left frustrated after failing to make an impact on the scoresheet.

The Brazilian forward, who started up front, saw his teammates Brahim Diaz and Eduardo Camavinga both add their names to the scoreline, but his own search for a goal ended in disappointment.

By the 70th minute, manager Xabi Alonso decided to take him off, a move that did not sit well with the 25-year-old.

Vinicius’ frustration was clear to see as he gestured animatedly while leaving the pitch, though he still greeted his teammates before sitting down on the bench.

His reaction quickly caught the attention of the cameras, sparking debate in the media about his feelings and his role under Alonso.

What did Alonso say?

After the match, Xabi Alonso was asked about the incident. He downplayed any tension, saying,

“You always have to manage anger and control it. Nothing has happened so far. Vini Jr. hasn’t complained. It was a comment that was off the mark.”

The coach acknowledged that the winger has shown similar reactions in the past but insisted this situation was not a cause for concern.

Despite the headlines, the matter seems to have calmed down quickly.

Everything seems fine

As Real Madrid returned to training, a video emerged showing Alonso and Vinicius sharing a laugh together, a sign that both player and manager have moved on from the incident.

For Madrid, the focus will remain on keeping momentum in both La Liga and the Champions League.

For Vinicius, however, the pressure is on to rediscover his scoring touch and ensure his name once again becomes central to Real Madrid’s attacking storylines, rather than being overshadowed by his frustration.