At Real Madrid, expectations remain high for Vinícius Jr. to fully represent the club’s values. However, this season, that vision seems far off, as the Brazilian has already surpassed his yellow card tally from the 2023-2024 campaign.

Vinícius Jr. and His Discipline Issues

During the Copa del Rey quarterfinal match against Leganés, Vinícius Jr. received yet another booking, pushing his total beyond the 11 yellow cards he accumulated last season. What’s most concerning is that he has reached this number just past the halfway point of the current campaign.

The Brazilian forward now has 11 yellow cards and one red, raising concerns within the club, especially as he recently served a suspension.

Modric Reprimands Vinícius

With just five minutes left in regulation, Real Madrid struggled after squandering a two-goal lead, leading to a heated moment on the pitch. Vinícius and Modric were involved in a tense exchange, witnessed by the entire stadium. After the match, Ancelotti addressed the incident with a firm statement: "If Modric speaks, you have to respect him."

Modric Enforces His Leadership

The pivotal moment occurred following a corner kick for Leganés. Clearly frustrated, Modric confronted Vinícius, demanding greater defensive commitment. The Brazilian responded, further aggravating the Croatian’s frustration. Seeing this, Valverde joined in the reprimand, prompting Vinícius to back down and return to defend.

Vinícius Leaves the Field in Silence

The confrontation had a visible effect on Vinícius. Despite Gonzalo’s last-minute goal securing Madrid’s victory, the Brazilian showed little enthusiasm in the celebrations. As soon as the final whistle blew, he left the pitch with a serious expression, skipping his teammates’ post-match celebration. The episode highlights the high standards within the Madrid locker room and hasn’t gone unnoticed by the fans.