(VIDEO) Vinícius’ Emotional Speech to His Teammates after Winning The Best
Vinícius Júnior, star of Real Madrid and the recent winner of the FIFA The Best 2024 award for the best footballer of the year, shone not only on the stage at the gala in Doha but also in the locker room. After receiving the prestigious accolade, the Brazilian delivered an emotional speech to his teammates, acknowledging their importance in his development as a player and in achieving this individual honor.
“Thank you all, this award wouldn’t have been possible without you. You are part of my family, and being with you every day is very important. Luka, Lucas Vázquez, Ceballos, Fede... those of you who saw me arrive here as a kid. Winning this is very meaningful,” expressed Vinícius, visibly moved, in a speech met with applause from his teammates.
The recognition for the Brazilian continued in Qatar, where he shone in the final of the Intercontinental Cup against Pachuca, scoring a goal and providing an assist in Real Madrid’s 3-0 victory. His performance earned him the title of the best player in the final and of the tournament, further solidifying his status as a key figure in high-stakes matches.
An impressive record in finals
In the same final, Uruguayan Fede Valverde was awarded the silver trophy as the second-best player, while Mexican Elías Montiel of Pachuca received the bronze trophy. However, the night belonged to Vinícius, who continues to achieve remarkable milestones in his career.
With this title, the Brazilian now boasts an incredible record of 12 finals played with Real Madrid, scoring eight goals, providing four assists, and winning 11 trophies. Additionally, he has been decisive in six consecutive finals, such as the Champions League against Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund, where he left his mark with crucial goals.
Vinícius’ speech, along with his outstanding performances on the pitch, proves that the Brazilian is not only a leader on the field but also an inspiring figure within the Real Madrid locker room.
