Vinicius has added a new move to his repertoire — not just with the ball, but in his mentality. His latest “dribble” earned Real Madrid three crucial points against Getafe. The Brazilian forward has now mastered a blend of provocation and self-control that is transforming his performances. Something has clearly changed for the winger: the battles that once saw him lose his temper and get sent off now end with his opponents being the ones dismissed. Against Getafe, Vinicius left the pitch with the scoreboard reading 0-1, but in truth, he’d won 0-2 — causing two red cards after clashes with rival players.

The hostile atmosphere Vinicius faces away from the Bernabéu remains unchanged, but his reaction to it has evolved. The Real Madrid star appears more composed and mature, managing tension far better — even in his long-standing disputes with referees, which used to disrupt his focus. The match at the Coliseum was the perfect example. His entry instantly heated up the crowd, drawing whistles, chants, and provocation. Yet instead of losing control, he thrived in it. After an exchange with Juan Iglesias, who taunted him during a throw-in, Vini turned that fire into an advantage: first drawing a red card for Nyom, then another for Sancris. The controversy surrounded him once again, but this time he walked away the winner — decisive and unshaken.

This evolution is also reflected in the numbers. Vinicius has received only one yellow card in 11 matches this season — for simulation, not dissent. Gone are the constant disputes with referees and opponents. Instead, he’s using his composure to tilt games in Madrid’s favor. Three opponents have already been sent off because of his actions — two vs Getafe and one vs Villarreal. Vinicius has found a new way to dribble: not past defenders, but beyond provocation itself.

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