Fresh off his triumph as FIFA The Best Men’s Player, Vinicius Junior delivered a moment of brilliance in Real Madrid’s Intercontinental Cup final victory over Pachuca.
The Brazilian winger showcased his flair and vision with a sensational assist that left fans and pundits alike in awe.
Vinicius stunning assist, Mbappe’s goal
The magic unfolded in the 37th minute. Picking up a precise pass from Jude Bellingham, Vinicius controlled the ball effortlessly and set the stage for an iconic sequence.
Channelling his inner Ronaldo Nazario, he executed signature stepovers, glided past the goalkeeper with a deft body feint, and unselfishly teed up Kylian Mbappe.
The French captain applied a clinical finish, completing a move that epitomised teamwork and individual brilliance, per Bolavip.
According to MadridXtra, Vinicius’ assist was his 13th direct goal involvement in 12 final appearances for Los Blancos.
He added gloss to the scoreline later in the game after Rodrygo doubled Madrid’s lead. Madrid ran out 3-0 winners to clinch the Intercontinental Cup.
Fans react to Vinicius’ sublime assist
The assist quickly became the talk of the football world, igniting social media with admiration.
@nklaw declared:
“Naah Vinicius is indeed the BEST.”
@YKalongo68775 expressed sheer delight:
“Stop that, Vini stop.”
Meanwhile, @attachee33 took a jab at detractors, sarcastically remarking:
“But Vini is selfish 🤡🤡.”
While his pace and dribbling have always been standout qualities, his ability to read the game and prioritise the team’s success is a testament to his maturity.
Moments like these not only validate his recent award but also solidify his place among the game’s elite.
Ronaldo’s moving tribute to Vinicius
In a separate report, Legit highlighted after the latter’s triumph at the FIFA The Best Awards.
The Real Madrid forward became the sixth Brazilian to claim the prestigious accolade and the first since Ricardo Kaka.
Ronaldo’s homage went beyond the realm of football, celebrating the young star’s unwavering resilience.
