Several Real Madrid players came under criticism from fans during the first half of the season, with Vinícius Jr. being one of the main targets. The Brazilian winger was even booed by the Bernabéu crowd during the match against Levante. Since then, however, his attitude and performances have shown clear improvement, with Vinícius focusing more on his football and working to rediscover his best form.

Against Villarreal, Movistar+’s El Día Después cameras captured a revealing moment. Vinícius was constantly encouraging his teammates and was especially vocal in his praise of Kylian Mbappé.

Since Mbappé’s arrival at Real Madrid in the summer of 2024, speculation has surrounded his relationship with Vinícius, with some media outlets suggesting discomfort from the Brazilian after no longer being the team’s main star. Both players have repeatedly denied any issues, insisting on their strong friendship.

The Villarreal match offered further proof. After the final whistle, Vinícius approached Mbappé, embraced him, and delivered a clear message: “You are the best in the world.”

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