After the 2-0 victory against Athletic Bilbao for Spanish Championship, Carlo Ancelotti spoke a little about the performance of the Brazilian Vinicius Junior. The Real Madrid coach asked the player to be less tormented during matches.
“I told him to talk to me, play his game. Vinícius is a great player and very sensitive. It is true that everyone pressures him, rivals, fans, sometimes the referee, but the truth is that they chase him a lot” , said the coach.
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In last Sunday’s game, the 22-year-old forward was once again heavily hunted by opposing defenders, suffering several fouls. In addition, Vinicius Junior was also booed by Athletic Bilbao fans. Ancelotti defended the Brazilian and eased the pressure he suffers during matches.
“We must take into account that he is very young. Everyone pressures him, I think it’s bullshit. I love him very much and we want him to be a little more respected by everyone.”
Vinicius Junior returns to the field for Real Madrid in the confrontation against Atlético de Madrid, this Thursday, for the Copa del Rey. This season, the Brazilian played 27 times for the Spanish club, scoring 11 goals and distributing five assists.
Source: Gazetaesportiva
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