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Ballon d'Or 2026 power rankings: The latest front-runners to lift football's most prestigious individual prize

The Ballon d'Or 2026 power rankings are hotting up and there is a new favourite to win the award

FourFourTwo · Sep 30, 2025

Vinicius Junior Accused of Showing ‘Lack of Respect’ Following Ugly Clash

The Brazilian’s response to alleged unhappiness in Madrid was to score an excellent goal.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 25, 2025

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Levante: Vinicius Junior Silences Critics in 4–1 Victory

Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé each ended the match with two goal contributions to their name.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025

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Vinicius Junior ‘Annoyed’ With Real Madrid, Reports Conflict Over Agent ‘Meeting’

Reports suggest that Vinícius Júnior is keen to sign a new Real Madrid contract, despite changes to playing time.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 23, 2025

Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham Suffer Massive Drops in Ballon d’Or Rankings

The Real Madrid superstars finished second and third in the voting for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 22, 2025

‘Not Very Happy’—Xabi Alonso Gives Verdict on Vinicius Jr’s Real Madrid Tantrum

Real Madrid’s manager explained a new tactical role for Kylian Mbappé.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 21, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Make Mainoo Swap Bid; Saliba Rejects Arsenal Contract

Erling Haaland, Vinicius Junior, Kobbie Mainoo and Marc Guéhi also feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 20, 2025

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‘Long Way to Go’—Xabi Alonso Reveals Vinicius Jr Reaction to Champions League Snub

The Brazilian was surprisingly benched for Madrid’s opener against Marseille.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 20, 2025

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Espanyol: Vinicius Junior Back With a Vengeance

Xabi Alonso is off to a perfect start so far but has defensive injuries to worry about.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 19, 2025

Vinicius Junior ‘Concerned’ by Real Madrid Role After Xabi Alonso Snub

The winger’s new battle for a starting job comes amid strained contract negotiations with Real Madrid.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 18, 2025

‘We Need’—Xabi Alonso Explains Vinicius Jr Snub in Champions League Opener

Xabi Alonso has started Rodrygo ahead of Vinicius on the left wing on multiple occasions this season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 17, 2025

Xabi Alonso Makes Shock Vinicius Junior Decision for Real Madrid’s Champions League Opener

The new Real Madrid boss is putting his faith in Rodrygo over Vinícius Júnior against Marseille.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 16, 2025

‘No Problem’—Carlo Ancelotti Fires Vinicius Jr Warning After Brazil Snub

The former Real Madrid manager opened up on his relationship with Kylian Mbappé.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 15, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Real Madrid Explore Vinicius Junior Swap; Liverpool’s Final Konate Offer

Rodrygo, Michael Olise, Gabriel Jesus and Carlos Baleba also feature in the gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 9, 2025

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Sports Illustrated · Sep 8, 2025

What Is Vinicius Junior’s Rating in EA Sports FC 26?

The Real Madrid forward saw a decline in production last season.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 5, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Plot Guehi Hijack; Real Madrid Receive Haaland Ultimatum

Harry Maguire, Vinicius Junior, Savinho and Fermín López also feature in today’s transfer gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 31, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Fernandes Eyes MLS Move; Barcelona Line Up Lewandowski Replacement

Alexander Isak, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Julián Alvarez, Rodrygo, Vinicius Junior and more feature in today’s gossip.

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2025

Real Madrid maintain perfect LaLiga start with comeback win over Real Mallorca

Vedat Muriqi gave the visitors a shock 18th-minute lead at the Bernabeu, but Arda Guler and Vinicius Junior struck a minute apart to seal the victory.

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Al Jazeera · Aug 30, 2025

Real Madrid beat Mallorca in La Liga, scoring twice in two minutes

Real Madrid score twice in two minutes against Mallorca as they come from behind to maintain winning La Liga start.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 30, 2025

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs. Mallorca: Vinicius Junior Bags Brilliant Winner in 2–1 Win

Los Blancos came from behind for the first time this season to record their third La Liga win of the 2025–26 campaign.

Al Jazeera · Aug 29, 2025

Real Madrid vs Mallorca: La Liga – teams, start, kickoff, lineups

Record La Liga winners Real Madrid entertain Mallorca in the second round of the new Spanish top flight domestic season.

FourFourTwo · Aug 29, 2025

Manchester City preparing record bid for Vinicius Jr, amid Brazilian's major transfer decision: report

FourFourTwo · Aug 27, 2025

Vinicius Jr makes shock Real Madrid exit decision, following Xabi Alonso snub: report

Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr is struggling under new manager Xabi Alonso - now an exit beckons

Sports Illustrated · Aug 26, 2025

Transfer Rumors: Liverpool Eye Elite Salah Replacement; Vinicius Jr Pushes for Real Madrid Exit

Kobbie Mainoo, Rodrygo, Bruno Fernandes, Alessandro Bastoni and Robert Lewandowski all feature in today’s gossip.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 25, 2025

Vinicius Junior Sends Four-Word Message After Controversial Real Madrid Cameo

Vinicius racked up an assist, a goal and a yellow card for diving during Real Madrid’s 3–0 win over Real Oviedo.

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