"The Brazil international appeared furious at coach Xabi Alonso's decision to withdraw him -- being replaced by compatriot Rodrygo -- in the 72nd minute of the 2-1 LaLiga win over Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu, with the game still in the balance. Vinícius stormed off the pitch and down the tunnel, before returning to the bench to take part in confrontations with Barça players on the final whistle, for which he received a yellow card."
"Real Madrid will not punish or suspend Vinícius Júnior over the player's angry reaction at being substituted during Sunday's Clásico, sources have told ESPN. ESPN has reported that Alonso and Vinícius' relationship has been affected by the incident, with the pair expected to talk face-to-face when Madrid's players return to training on Wednesday. Although at the executive level the club has opted not to penalize Vinícius for what happened, Coach Alonso is free to make technical decisions as he sees fit, sources said."
Real Madrid will not punish Vinícius Júnior for his angry reaction after being substituted during the Clásico against Barcelona. The Brazil international was replaced by Rodrygo in the 72nd minute of a 2-1 LaLiga win at the Santiago Bernabéu and stormed off the pitch, later returning to the bench and engaging in confrontations that earned him a yellow card. The incident has affected Vinícius' relationship with coach Xabi Alonso, and the pair are expected to meet face-to-face when players return to training. The club's executives declined disciplinary action, while Alonso retains full authority over technical decisions. Contract talks for Vinícius have stalled; his deal runs until 2027.
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