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Real Madrid’s Vinicius says he’s being targeted by referees

Real Madrid’s Vinicius says he’s being targeted by referees

Summary

Vinicius Junior, a Real Madrid player, says referees are treating him unfairly and wants better protection for skillful players. He spoke after Real Madrid’s recent win over Roma and following a four-match suspension in the Spanish league for a red card incident.

Key Facts

  • Vinicius Junior received a four-game suspension for pulling an opponent’s hair and protesting the referee.
  • He believes the punishment is unfair and more severe than other players receive.
  • Vinicius noted he has been fouled around 500 times but only received five red cards himself.
  • He wants referees to protect attacking players better, like those at other Spanish clubs such as Barcelona and Atletico Madrid.
  • Real Madrid’s coach, Jose Mourinho, criticized the timing of the suspension announcement, which came just hours before a match.
  • Vinicius has scored only two goals this season, one for Real Madrid and one for Brazil.
  • Despite being substituted in the recent match, Vinicius said he and Mourinho have a good relationship and he wants to help the team.
  • Real Madrid came back from a 3-1 deficit to win 4-3 against Roma in the Champions League.
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