Real Madrid star matches iconic Brazil legends with remarkable World Cup record
After getting a lot of blame and criticism for the two underwhelming last seasons at Real Madrid, some of the Merengues’ biggest stars are taking full advantage of the World Cup 2026 to continue showing their talents in a changed environment.
Several players from the white team are particularly shining the World Cup. Jude Bellingham has been playing very well for the English national team, while Kylian Mbappe has also been one of the best players in the World Cup, already having scored 4 goals and provided 2 assists in 3 group stage games.
Meanwhile, Vinicius Junior, who is leading the Brazil team’s attack under the tutelage of Carlo Ancelotti, has also been putting in incredible performances for his national team, especially in the absence of other key attacking players like Raphinha and Rodrygo Goes.
In fact, as MARCA has reported, the Real Madrid star made his way to a very select group of legendary Brazilians by scoring in all the three games of the group stage in this World Cup.
Before him, there were only four Canarinha players, Jairzinho, Romario, Ronaldo Nazario, and Rivaldo, who had scored in all the matches of the group stage in a World Cup. Neither of these players needs an introduction, and Vinicius’ achievement goes on to show just how big a status he has achieved with his national team.
Incidentally, all four of these former players have also won the World Cup, and hopefully, Vinicius can also join them in this regard this year.
Meanwhile, the Merengue star also became the first Brazilian player since Neymar in 2014 to score 4 goals in the top international tournament. Furthermore, he has taken his tally of World Cup goals to 5 now, equaling illustrious Brazilians like Zico, Garrincha, and Romario.
Hopefully, the success he is enjoying with the Brazilian national team would drive Vinicius Junior to find his best form for Real Madrid as well, as he would be starting a new journey with a new coach from the next season.
