Vinícius José Paixão de Oliveira Júnior

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League: LaLiga EA SportsTeam: Real MadridNationality: Brazil
Positions:LWLMRWAMAge: ~26

Estimated market value (beta)

€74.8m€210.0m
Confidence: 79%
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Overview

MobilityControlDistributionThreatDefenseDuelsPotential
Overall x̄(w) = 83 / 100·Confidence 79%

Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.

Attributes (grouped)

Mobility

Acceleration96

Explosive first step that repeatedly beats defenders on the outside. (conf 0.95)

Top speed95

Among the fastest wingers in Europe when running in behind. (conf 0.93)

Agility94

Quick feet and low center of gravity make him hard to dispossess in tight turns. (conf 0.93)

Stamina85

Covers the left flank relentlessly across 90 minutes and tracks back. (conf 0.85)

Control

First touch87

Cushions the ball smoothly even at high speed and under pressure. (conf 0.85)

Dribbling95

Elite one-on-one dribbler who isolates fullbacks and beats them repeatedly. (conf 0.95)

Ball shielding78

Uses low center of gravity to protect the ball in wide areas. (conf 0.75)

Ball striking82

Powerful low driven strikes, especially cutting inside onto his right foot. (conf 0.75)

Distribution

Short passing78

Combines well in tight triangles with Madrid's front line. (conf 0.75)

Long passing65

Capable but not a primary distributor over distance. (conf 0.6)

Crossing75

Whips in dangerous low crosses after cutting the byline. (conf 0.7)

Vision82

Picks out late runners with disguised through balls and cutbacks. (conf 0.78)

Chance threat

Finishing85

Clinical cutting inside onto his right foot into the far corner. (conf 0.82)

Shot selection80

Generally picks smart moments to shoot rather than force low-value attempts. (conf 0.75)

Off-ball movement88

Constantly stretches defensive lines with diagonal runs in behind. (conf 0.82)

Set-piece shot55

Not a designated set-piece taker at Madrid. (conf 0.55)

Duels

Aerial55

Not a major aerial threat given his slight frame and winger role. (conf 0.55)

Ground duels90

Wins the vast majority of one-on-one take-on duels in wide areas. (conf 0.85)

Defense

Pressing intensity82

Presses aggressively from the front as part of Madrid's counter-press. (conf 0.75)

Defensive disruption65

Applies pressure to force turnovers but is not a tackling specialist. (conf 0.6)

Defensive positioning55

Tracks back dutifully though positional discipline is secondary to his attacking role. (conf 0.55)

Mental

Composure84

Handles big-match pressure well, including Champions League knockout stages. (conf 0.8)

Decision making82

Usually chooses the right blend of dribble, pass, or shot in the final third. (conf 0.78)

Work rate88

Renowned for tireless running and defensive tracking despite his attacking output. (conf 0.82)

Resilience

Injury reliability68

Generally available but has picked up muscular knocks in recent seasons. (conf 0.65)

Outlook

Potential82

Still in his prime years with room to add end-product consistency. (conf 0.75)

Reputation93

One of the most recognizable attackers in the world and a Ballon d'Or contender. (conf 0.92)

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Scouting Report & Player Insights

Vinícius Júnior is Real Madrid's electric left winger, built around explosive acceleration, close control at pace, and a relentless appetite for taking on fullbacks in isolation. Since establishing himself as a starter, he has become one of the sport's most feared dribblers, pairing that dribbling with a maturing end product and genuine two-way effort. He remains a focal point of Madrid's attack and a perennial Ballon d'Or contender heading into the 2025-26 season.

Scored the winning goal in the 2022 UEFA Champions League final against Liverpool.

Scored in Real Madrid's 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund in the 2024 Champions League final during their title run.

Runner-up for the 2024 Ballon d'Or after a standout season for club and country.

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