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Vinicius knocks on Mourinho's door

Hugo Fernández - 14 Nov 2026 | 19:00
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The Brazilian wants his place in Real Madrid

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Vinicius shines again after the debacle at Real Madrid.

Vinicius Junior has taken advantage of the international break to send a message to José Mourinho. The Brazilian winger scored a brace against Japan with the Brazilian national team, two stunning goals that come at an important time for his immediate future at the Real Madrid. After losing prominence in the white team and with questions surrounding his place in the starting eleven, the forward has found in the national team the perfect stage to assert himself.

The match ended in a Brazilian defeat by 3-2, but the result does not diminish Vinicius' individual performance. The Madrid player scored two high-quality goals and once again demonstrated that ability to create imbalance that has made him one of the most decisive footballers in the world. Moreover, it was his first brace since May, according to El Español.

Two stunning goals to regain his best form

The first goal came when Brazil was behind on the scoreboard. Vinicius received the ball with his back to the goal near the edge of the area, controlled it, turned, and fired a powerful shot that ended in the top corner of the Japanese goal. An action that reminded us of the explosive forward who has often decided matches for Real Madrid.

 

 

The second came in the 75 minute. From his usual position on the left wing, he received the ball and found space to take a shot that went just inside the post. Two finishes of different style, but with a common denominator: confidence, determination, and the ability to resolve.

The performance provides a morale boost for a player who needed to regain his sensations. In his recent matches with Real Madrid, he had not managed to make a difference, and internal competition had begun to threaten his starting position.

Mourinho no longer guarantees him a spot in the lineup

It has already been reported on Fichajes.net that Vinicius is no longer untouchable for Mourinho. The Portuguese coach maintains his confidence in the Brazilian and wants to help him recover his best level, but the emergence of Yan Diomande has changed the situation.

The Ivorian took advantage of Vinicius' absence in LaLiga due to suspension and earned a place in the team. His performance, along with his defensive commitment, has convinced the coach. Therefore, the return of the Brazilian does not automatically mean he will regain his starting position.

 

 

In a report published on November 12, Fichajes.net explained that Mourinho was considering different alternatives to accommodate both attackers. One of them involves moving Vinicius back to the left and shifting Diomande to the right. Another option is to keep the Ivorian in his position and initially leave the Brazilian on the bench.

A knock on the coach's door

The two goals against Japan come at the best possible moment for Vinicius. The forward needed footballing arguments to claim his spot and responded with a high-level performance. It is not a guarantee of a starting position, but it is a sign that he still has the resources to make a difference.

The upcoming Real Madrid-Celta, scheduled for November 21, will be the first setting to assess Mourinho's decision. The coach will have to evaluate whether to maintain the formula that has worked during the Brazilian's absence or if he will bet on his star again.

Vinicius has done his part during the break. His brace is a knock on Mourinho's door: he wants to return to the lineup and has reminded everyone with Brazil that he still has what it takes to be a decisive piece for Real Madrid.

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