Florentino Points to Vinícius: “Your Best Game of the Year”

The night at the Santiago Bernabéu was a mix of redemption and spectacle. Real Madrid defeated Villarreal 3-1 and regained its smile after the setback against Atlético. Amid the electric atmosphere, there was one undisputed star: Vinícius Jr.

The Brazilian unleashed chaos in the Yellow Submarine’s defense with two goals, a won penalty, and a performance that resembled his finest form. From the VIP box, Florentino Pérez watched with satisfaction as his number 7 dazzled the Bernabéu.

At the end of the match, the president went down to the locker room to congratulate the team, but especially the player who had ignited the stadium. In front of everyone, Florentino went straight to the point:
“It was your best game of the year.”

The message was brief but full of meaning. It wasn’t just recognition of Vinícius’s brilliant performance, it was also a public show of support at a time when Mbappé’s arrival had put the Brazilian’s role under scrutiny.

Vinícius: The Spark That Set the Bernabéu Ablaze

Madrid’s number 7 was unstoppable. Throughout the entire game, he tormented Santiago Mourino, the defender assigned to mark him, who was eventually sent off in the 76th minute after Vinícius cleverly forced the play.

His brace not only sealed the scoreline but also returned Real Madrid to the top of LaLiga. It was a display of speed, technique, and maturity, a reminder of why Vinícius remains irreplaceable in Xabi Alonso’s system.

The Brazilian is regaining his confidence at the most crucial stage of the season. If he had “recovered his smile” against Levante, against Villarreal he reasserted himself as the offensive leader the club needed.

Xabi Alonso: “I Love Seeing Vini Smile”

The coach didn’t hide his satisfaction during the press conference.
“It was a well-worked, very serious game. Vini was brilliant, dangerous, creative, and causing all sorts of problems. I love seeing him enjoy himself.”

Xabi emphasized that Vinícius didn’t just contribute goals but also character and constant imbalance.
“He’s vital for everything he brings. We’ve seen one of his best versions,” said the Basque coach, who has given the Brazilian full freedom in attack.

For Madrid fans, the message was clear: Vinícius is back and he’s doing his talking on the pitch, with football, not words.

Florentino and the Rebirth of a Star

The scene of Florentino Pérez personally congratulating Vinícius didn’t go unnoticed in the dressing room. The players saw it as a gesture of leadership and trust.

The president knows he needs the Brazilian at his very best to sustain the team’s pursuit of glory across all fronts: LaLiga, the Champions League, and the Copa del Rey.

The night at the Bernabéu was more than just a victory, it was a statement of intent.

Vinícius didn’t just score twice; he reaffirmed his place on the white throne.