Brazilian star Vinicius Junior expressed his frustration to Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti during the team’s recent La Liga clash against Espanyol. The match ended in a shock 1-0 defeat for Real Madrid, part of Matchday 22 of the Spanish league.
Despite the loss, Real Madrid remains at the top of the La Liga standings with 49 points after 22 rounds, while Espanyol climbed to 17th place with 23 points.
⚡ Details of Vinicius Junior’s Frustration
According to Mundo Deportivo, Vinicius didn’t have the best performance in his return to La Liga last Saturday after serving a suspension following his red card against Valencia on January 3.
Although he managed to score a goal, it was disallowed due to a foul committed by Kylian Mbappé in the buildup. This controversial decision sparked protests from Vinicius and several Real Madrid players.
However, what truly frustrated the Brazilian star wasn’t the referee’s call—it was the behavior of some of his teammates.
🚩 Vinicius’ Complaint to Ancelotti
The report reveals that Vinicius complained directly to Carlo Ancelotti about midfielder Dani Ceballos, accusing him of refusing to pass the ball to him on the left wing.
Ancelotti noticed the issue and instructed Ceballos to distribute the ball more to the left side. However, Ceballos delayed following these instructions, which fueled Vinicius’ frustration even more. When Ceballos finally passed the ball to him, Vinicius continued to show his discontent, visibly upset on the pitch.
😤 Another Teammate Causes Frustration
Vinicius’ anger wasn’t just directed at Ceballos. According to Mundo Deportivo, he was also irritated with Fran García, whose decisions on the field further aggravated the Brazilian.
This situation prompted Lucas Vázquez to step in, attempting to calm Vinicius down and diffuse the growing tension during the game.
💭 What’s Next for Real Madrid?
Internal team tensions like these can affect squad harmony, especially in crucial stages of the season where Real Madrid is competing for both the La Liga title and the Champions League.
Ancelotti will need to manage these frustrations carefully to maintain team unity as they prepare for upcoming challenges, including a Madrid derby against Atlético and key European fixtures.
