Vinicius issues an apology following controversies in the 'Superclásico' match

Vinicius Junior expresses regret after his outburst in the El Clasico game.

The Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior officially apologized to Real Madrid fans for his impulsive behavior during the 2-1 victory over Barcelona in last weekend’s El Clasico.

After the incident settled, Vinicius took the initiative to appear on Real Madrid TV to apologize to fans and the entire team. In the interview, he admitted that his emotions got the better of his judgment in such an emotionally charged match like El Clasico.

“I want to apologize to all Madridistas, especially those who came to Bernabeu and supported us wholeheartedly. El Clasico is always a highly emotional game, with so much happening both on and off the pitch.

We try to stay calm, but sometimes it’s impossible. Neither I nor my teammates intended to offend anyone, whether it’s young players from the opposition or their supporters. We understand that when we step onto the field, everyone must fulfill their role. That was the case today as well. Hala Madrid!”, Vinicius shared.

The situation arose when coach Xabi Alonso decided to substitute Vinicius in the second half. Instead of shaking hands with the coach or teammates, the Brazilian star showed frustration and walked straight down the tunnel, surprising the crowd at the Bernabéu stadium.

According to multiple sources from Spain, Vinicius lost control of his emotions and spoke harshly to coach Alonso, saying: “Me, coach? It’s always me. I’m leaving the team. It’s better if I go.”This action caused a stir among the public, especially since he has been a key player for Real Madrid over recent seasons.

Shortly after, Vinicius returned to the technical area and was involved in a tense scuffle near the end of the match, clashing with Barcelona’s young talent Lamine Yamal and receiving a yellow card from the referee.

This public apology was Vinicius’s effort to calm the situation and prevent any negative impact on his relationship with the coaching staff. Additionally, Real Madrid is reportedly not planning to impose any internal punishment, as they consider the incident a spontaneous emotional reaction amid the pressure of an El Clasico match.

This season, Vinicius remains one of the crucial figures for the Royal team, playing a significant role in Real Madrid’s impressive run in La Liga. However, this incident serves as a reminder that he must better control his emotions, especially as he enters the prime phase of his career.

With a sincere apology and fan support, Vinicius is expected to quickly move past the controversy and refocus on helping Real Madrid maintain their top position across all competitions.