Real Madrid stalwart’s brilliant performance against Leganes marred by questionable antics | OneFootball

Vinicius Jr. once again found himself at the centre of controversy during Real Madrid’s match against Leganes.

The Brazilian forward, who has been playing in a more central position to allow Kylian Mbappe to occupy the left wing, provided a brilliant assist and despite playing a key role, his night was marred by his questionable antics.

He was involved in multiple incidents, diving in the box on three occasions, but referee Alberola Rojas dismissed all claims for a penalty, and VAR did not intervene either, as the actions were deemed unworthy of further review.

Vinicius continued his protest

Vinicius’ persistent protests and gestures only seemed to escalate tensions on the field. His actions led to a confrontation with the Leganes defenders, who were growing increasingly frustrated with his antics.

This ongoing drama seems to be affecting the player’s composure and focus, as he spent more time appealing for decisions rather than concentrating on his game.

Vinicius Jr. asked protested for a penalty thrice. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

At one point, the referee even had to warn Vinicius with a yellow card after he got involved in a small altercation with the Leganes players following a second penalty appeal.

Fans were getting restless

The fans in the stadium began to grow irritated with Vinicius’ behaviour, and his lack of focus on the game itself contributed to the tension in the atmosphere.

Despite these distractions, he managed to contribute to Real Madrid’s opening goal. Vinicius’ position on the pitch, playing more centrally, seemed to be a source of frustration for him, as he was clearly not comfortable with the change.

This positional shift was part of a tactical adjustment made by manager Carlo Ancelotti, who made a number of changes to the starting lineup.

In the end, while Vinicius played a key role in Madrid’s goal, his overall performance has raised questions about his current form and the ongoing adjustments to his position.

The tension between his actions and the frustrations of both the players and the fans could become a growing concern for both the player and the team moving forward.