Kylian Mbappé has expressed his admiration for Vinícius Jr following the Brazilian’s decision to allow him to take another penalty for Real Madrid. Speaking about his teammate, Mbappé stated, “Vinícius is a great player, he does a lot for Real Madrid and I am very happy to play with him.”
The French forward emphasised that the identity of the penalty taker is secondary to the team’s success, noting, “Who takes the penalties is not important, the important thing is that all four were goals.”
Background
- On 10 September 2024, Cristiano Ronaldo praised Mbappé’s move to Real Madrid.
- On 4 September 2024, Vinícius Jr affirmed his commitment to the club.
- On 1 September 2024, Carlo Ancelotti commended Vinícius Jr’s unselfish play.
- On 1 August 2024, Ancelotti predicted a Ballon d’Or for Vinícius Jr.
- On 4 June 2024, Mbappé committed to a five-year contract with Real Madrid.
Vinícius Jr, known for his unselfish play, has been a key figure for Real Madrid, consistently demonstrating his commitment to the team. His recent actions further solidify his reputation as a team player, willing to support his teammates in crucial moments.