Vinicius Junior was delighted with Real Madrid’s Club World Cup progress, highlighting his brilliant assist and anticipating a tough knockout phase.
Vinicius Junior has expressed immense satisfaction with Real Madrid's performance in the 3-0 victory over Salzburg and their qualification for the last 16 of the Club World Cup.
The Brazilian forward, who scored the opening goal and provided a spectacular backheel assist for Federico Valverde, discussed his happiness with his goal contributions and the team's collective effort in the tournament so far.
Vini Jr. stars against Salzburg
Vini Jr. spoke positively about adapting to Xabi Alonso's system, stating the coach is gradually guiding them and the team is grasping his style of play.
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"We’re feeling good, we played very well in the first half,” noted the forward.
“The second half was a bit weaker, but that’s normal. We have to rest for the next game, which is very important in the last 16, and we can’t slip up.
"The coach is gradually telling us what we have to do, and we're getting to grips with his style of play. Today was a good game in that respect.”
Regarding his backheel assist, he proudly called it one of his best.
"I haven't seen the replay. But it was a good assist, I think one of the best I've ever given,” said Vini Jr.
“Especially as it was for Valverde, who always gives me a lot of confidence; he's one of our captains, and it's always good when he scores."
What’s next for Real Madrid?
The Spanish giants will face Serie A heavyweights Juventus in the round of 16 on Tuesday, July 1, with the victor progressing to face Borussia Dortmund or Monterrey in the last eight.
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