How Did Vinicius Junior Dominate Derby?

Vinicius Junior once more justified the reasons why he is one of the brightest stars in football playing a match-winning performance in the exciting Real Madrid 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday. The derby match had spectators on the seat of their chairs as the tide went both ways.

Atletico Madrid began the match well, and it took an early lead with a clinical finish by Ademola Lookman. The visitors appeared to be at ease, and Real Madrid quickly recovered. The equaliser was turned by a composed penalty by Vinicius Junior, which revived hopes of the home side. Soon after, Federico Valverde grabbed a goal to put Madrid ahead which indicated the attacking nature of the team.

Atletico did not surrender even though Madrid is on the offensive. The long range attempt by Nahuel Molina hit the net and the derby was now 2-2. The game appeared to go into a draw but Vinicius Junior had other ideas. He displayed great ability and calm in the final minutes, dribbling the ball around goalkeeper Juan Musso to come up with the winning goal. Not only his late goal won the match, but he also earned Real Madrid four points behind Barcelona and top of the La Liga.

The former players and pundits alike took a moment to appreciate the way Vinicius Junior coped with pressure, as a result of his performance. His pace, eye-sight and goal-scoring played a major role in the Revival of Real Madrid. Fans and analysts concede that he remains an important element to Madrid in its title ambitions and thus a player to observe in the last days of the season.