Vinicius Junior, the Brazilian forward for Real Madrid, praised his team’s performance in their 2-0 victory over Chelsea in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals. Despite the impressive win, Vinícius was quick to emphasise that the job is not yet done, and his team must remain calm and focused ahead of the second leg. He acknowledged that there is still a lot of work to do and that there can be no complacency in the team’s approach. Vinícius highlighted the significance of the Champions League for Real Madrid, stating that every player at the club is aware of the importance of this competition. He spoke about the special atmosphere at the Santiago Bernabéu on Champions League nights and the motivation it brings to the team. Looking towards the second leg, Vinícius is keen to continue working hard and maintaining his team’s high level of performance. He emphasised the importance of remaining grounded and putting in the same level of effort and intensity as they did in the first leg. Vinícius has been a key player for Real Madrid this season, scoring crucial goals and impressing with his pace, dribbling skills, and directness in attack. The Brazilian international is seen as a promising talent and has been a significant part of Real Madrid’s success this season. Real Madrid has a rich history in the Champions League, having won the competition a record 13 times. The team will be hoping to add to their trophy cabinet this season under the guidance of their experienced coach, Carlo Ancelotti.
