Shocking stats reveal Real Madrid perform better without their star forward | OneFootball

Real Madrid secured a solid win against Getafe, despite the notable absence of Vinicius Jr. and while his absence was felt during the match against Liverpool, the team managed to overcome his loss in La Liga.

Looking at the statistics, it becomes clear that Real Madrid have fared well even without their Brazilian forward.

To put things in perspective, out of the 69 official matches where Vinicius was unavailable, the team has won 47, giving them a winning percentage of 68.11%.

In contrast, when Vinicius has been on the field, the team has won 182 out of 283 matches, which equates to a slightly lower win rate of 64.3%.

This difference highlights that Madrid have been able to perform strongly even when Vinicius is not in the lineup.

Stats are not everything

However, the numbers do not tell the full story. While the team’s performance remains solid without him, the presence of Vinicius on the pitch often creates a greater sense of fear in opposing defences.

Real Madrid have better win percentage without Vinicius Jr. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)

His speed, flair, and attacking ability force defenders to focus more intently, which can open up space for other players. This effect is not something that can easily be measured in statistics but is crucial for Madrid’s overall attacking strategy.

On the other hand, Kylian Mbappe, despite being a world-class player, has not yet reached the level of Vinicius when it comes to causing chaos for defences.

In recent matches, including the one against Getafe, Mbappe has had more freedom to move but failed to make the most of his opportunities. He scored once against Getafe but missed several clear chances and even hesitated to take a penalty.

His failure at Anfield seemed to weigh on his confidence, impacting his decision-making on the field.

Vinicius remains a key player for Real Madrid, and his influence is clear. While statistics offer some insight into a team’s performance, they cannot account for all the intangible factors that make a player like him so valuable.