Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr has apologised for his behaviour after being substituted in the second half of his side’s 2-1 win over FC Barcelona on Sunday, but defended his actions during the brawl that ensued after the final whistle. Madrid coach Xabi Alonso replaced Vinicius with Rodrygo in the 72nd minute, which enraged the winger. Vinicius walked off the pitch, shouting and making angry gestures, before storming down the tunnel.
Vinicius later returned to the dugout and picked up a booking after being involved in the scuffle that broke out between both sets of players as the Los Blancos team recriminated with Lamine Yamal for comments he had made before the match, implying that Real Madrid ‘robbed’ games, reports Xinhua. Vinicius’ behaviour has renewed speculation that the club could try to sell him as contract talks reportedly stalled, but in an interview with Real Madrid TV, the Brazilian tried to make light of the incidents.
“El Clasico is like that: There are a lot of things happening on and off the pitch. I didn’t want to offend anyone, not Barca players, nor the fans,” said Vinicius. “We try to maintain a balance. We know that when we step onto the pitch, we have to defend our side, and that’s how it was,” said the Brazilian forward in reference to the post-match brawl.
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