World Cup 2026 - Brazil: Vinicius Jr sensed a change

24.06.26 FT World Cup

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After a string of underwhelming performances for Brazil in recent years, Vinicius Jr is stepping up as a game-changer at the start of the 2026 World Cup.

Following his brace against Scotland (3-0) on Wednesday night, Vinicius Jr admitted to experiencing a turning point with the Seleção.

"In football, it's always important to score goals, always important to put in great performances. I played really well, and I've learned from everything I've experienced with the national team over the past few years. There were always moments when I struggled to express my game, and in a context like this, there's nothing better than being able to score and deliver top performances," the Auriverde revealed in the mixed zone.

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