Vinicius Jr. apologises for El Clasico outburst after Substitution

Vinicius Jr. apologises for El Clasico outburst after Substitution

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. has issued a public apology to his teammates, coach Xabi Alonso, and the club following his emotional reaction to being substituted during the recent El Clasico clash against Barcelona.

The Brazilian star, who played a pivotal role in Madrid’s 2-1 victory, was visibly frustrated after being taken off shortly after assisting the build-up to the winning goal. In a moment of anger, Vinicius left the pitch and headed straight to the locker room while the match was still ongoing—a move that drew widespread criticism from fans, pundits, and football analysts.

Addressing the incident in a statement posted on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Wednesday, Vinicius expressed remorse for his actions.

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“Today I want to apologize to all the Madridistas for my reaction when I was substituted in the Clásico,” he wrote. “Just as I have already done in person during today’s training, I also want to apologize again to my teammates, the club, and the president.”

He attributed his reaction to his deep passion for the game and his desire to contribute to the team’s success. “Sometimes passion gets the better of me because I always want to win and help my team. My competitive character stems from the love I feel for this club and everything it represents,” he added.

Vinicius concluded his message with a renewed commitment to Real Madrid’s ambitions, vowing to continue giving his all for the club. “I promise to keep fighting every second for the good of Real Madrid, as I have done since the first day.”

The apology appears to have calmed tensions following the incident, with many supporters acknowledging the player’s sincerity and dedication to the club.

Vinicius Jr. apologises for El Clasico outburst after Substitution