Country
🇧🇷 Brazil
Club
Real Madrid
Position
Winger
Age at the World Cup
25
When Vinícius Júnior is in full flight, few sights in football compare. The Real Madrid winger — a Champions League final goalscorer and serial winner in white — carries Brazil’s hopes of a record-extending sixth title.
Brazil have not lifted the trophy since 2002, an eternity by their standards. Vinícius, with his dribbling, devilry and big-stage pedigree, is the man they look to to end the wait.
Why watch
- Multiple Champions League titles with Real Madrid
- Scored in a Champions League final
- Brazil’s most electric attacking weapon
- FIFA The Best winner
Key match to watch
Facts summarised from public sources as of June 2026. Catch Brazil's games on the World Cup schedule and add them to your must-watch list.