Real Madrid vs Villarreal: Vinicius' entourage reacts after red card

10.10.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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Vinicius Jr is once again making headlines across Spain after receiving a red card on Saturday evening against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabéu in La Liga. Those close to him have broken their silence.

In recent hours, Vinicius Jr’s entourage has also broken its silence following the controversial dismissal of the Real Madrid forward against Villarreal yesterday evening in La Liga. According to information from Marca, those close to the Brazilian were asked about the incident that occurred after he pulled Nathan Saliba’s hair, a gesture that led to his goal being disallowed and his sending-off.

Vini Jr’s camp sees injustice

The reaction from the Brazil international’s entourage is part of the Madrid camp’s protest over refereeing. However, it does not deny that the regulations could justify the referee’s decision. “The rule is fair. But have they forgotten what happened against Valencia?”, Vinicius Jr’s entourage reportedly responded. This was notably a reference to a previous incident involving the Valencia club.

This statement has brought back the feeling of injustice within the Madrid camp, as well as the question of consistency in refereeing decisions. If Vinicius faces a suspension that could rule him out of the next Clasico against FC Barcelona, the incident continues to provoke reactions within Real Madrid and in the Spanish press.

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