The Silent Treatment: What was Xabi Alonso's reaction to Vinicius Jr storming off after El Clasico sub? | OneFootball

Madrid coach plays down Vini’s tunnel reaction, insists the focus stays on the team

The Silent Treatment: What was Xabi Alonso's reaction to Vinicius Jr storming off after El Clasico sub?

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso chooses calm over confrontation after his side’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona downplaying Vinicius Junior’s angry reaction to being substituted during the second half of the El Clasico at the Santiago Bernabeu.

The Brazilian winger who had been among Madrid’s most dangerous players was replaced around the 71 minute and headed straight down the tunnel , a moment caught by multiple broadcasters.

This isn’t new territory for Alonso. Back in September when Vinicius showed visible frustration at being withdrawn against Espanyol, the Madrid coach used the same tone.

Alonso said then insisting rotations are part of long campaign.