Brazilian star Vinícius Júnior spoke after Real Madrid secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Celta Vigo in Matchday 27 of La Liga at Balaídos Stadium.

The Brazilian forward admitted that the match was very difficult, especially with several absences in the squad, but stressed that the team’s main objective was to secure the three points, which they ultimately achieved after a strong collective effort.

Vinícius also praised the young players who joined the squad from the club’s academy, noting that they played an important role in helping the team achieve the victory. He added that winning on a day when the club celebrates its anniversary made the result even more special for the fans.

He highlighted the importance of late victories, pointing out that teammate Federico Valverde once again delivered at a crucial moment by scoring the winning goal.

Speaking about his physical condition, Vinícius explained that he feels generally well, although he experienced some fatigue due to playing many matches in recent days. Nevertheless, he emphasized that playing in big matches is always something he enjoys.

In conclusion, the Real Madrid star said the team will now have a short period of rest before their upcoming fixture, expressing hope that the squad will recover well ahead of their Round of 16 clash against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League, stressing that playing at home with the support of the fans will be a major advantage.