Vinicius Junior was the star of Real Madrid's 3-0 victory over Oviedo: an assist, a goal, a controversial “to the Second Division” gesture, and a defiant message on social media.

Vinicius sets Oviedo alight with goal, gestures, and social media

Vinicius Junior's name was once again on everyone's lips after the match between Real Madrid and Real Oviedo at the Carlos Tartiere Stadium. What looked like a quiet match ended with the Brazilian at the center of controversy: boos, insults, a defiant gesture to the stands, and a message on social media that did not go unnoticed.

From substitute to absolute protagonist

The Brazilian started on the bench, a decision that surprised more than a few, but came on in the 63rd minute to replace Rodrygo. It took him just half an hour to make his mark: first with an assist for Kylian Mbappé, and later with a goal of his own in stoppage time that sealed the 3-0 victory.

However, his time on the pitch was accompanied by tension. From the moment he stepped onto the field, the Brazilian was greeted with whistles and hostile chants from the home fans.

The gesture that sparked controversy

The climax came after his goal. While celebrating, Vinicius made the “to the Second Division” gesture with his fingers toward the stands at Carlos Tartiere, in a clear reference to Oviedo's possible relegation. The provocation was met with fury from the stands, which minutes earlier had thrown a bottle at him during Mbappé's goal celebration.

The tension forced several teammates, including Mbappé, to try to calm the Brazilian down, but Vinicius had already lit the fuse.

Challenging message on social media

As expected, the player did not leave the controversy on the field. Hours after the final whistle, he posted a photo celebrating his goal along with the caption: “Eu sou isso aí...” (“ This is how I am”), reaffirming his defiant character.
The message generated thousands of reactions: for some, an example of personality and self-esteem; for others, an unnecessary provocation that continues to add detractors to his image.

A figure who divides opinion

The truth is that, with barely half an hour of play, Vinicius Junior was decisive in every way: assist, goal, controversy, and headlines guaranteed. His performance continues to be a double-edged sword: as brilliant on the field as he is controversial off it.

Real Madrid took all three points with ease, but what will remain in the memory of the match will not be the victory, but Vinicius's side show in Oviedo.