📸 Big talk, big talent: world-class Vini Jr. takes on City | OneFootball

Real Madrid have impressively advanced to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League. After the Madrid side had already won the first leg against City 3-0, they were able to celebrate a 2-1 victory in the second leg as well. The Royals have one man to thank above all for this away win: Vinicius Jr.

The Brazilian scored twice. And what couldn’t be missing after his goals? Of course, a healthy dose of provocation.

After the 1-0 (22nd minute), Vini Jr. first made a crying gesture towards the home fans and then demonstratively stood by the corner flag.

To make sure the City fans at the Etihad really knew who they were dealing with, after his second goal he showed his shirt name towards the stands. Was that it? You clearly don’t know Vini.

Since the second goal was disallowed for offside, he had to go again two minutes later. After a cross from Tchouaméni, Vini Jr. scored from close range and once again provocatively ran to the corner flag.

Apparently, he hadn’t forgotten that the City fans had provoked him with a banner after Rodri’s Ballon d’Or win in 2025. And let’s be honest: if you deliver like that, you’re allowed to have a big mouth every now and then. Or not?

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