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Real Madrid's head coach, Xabi Alonso, has addressed winger Vinicius' furious reaction after being substituted during the victory over Barcelona.
Alonso observed as Real Madrid triumphed over Barcelona 2-1 at Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham.
The Spaniard decided to replace Vinicius with Rodrygo when the score stood at 2-1 in the 72nd minute.
However, Vinicius did not conceal his frustration at being taken off; he ignored Alonso and displayed his anger on the bench before heading down the tunnel while the match was still ongoing.
When asked about the Brazilian's upset reaction, Alonso commented in his post-match interview: “I don’t want to lose focus on what is important.
“These are matters we will discuss. In the great game he has played, Vini has also made significant contributions.
“Within the team, there are various personalities. For now, we will celebrate, and eventually, we [Alonso and Vinicius] will have a conversation in the dressing room.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Vinicius' reaction to being substituted?
Vinicius displayed visible frustration, ignoring his coach Alonso and showing anger on the bench before leaving for the tunnel while the match was still in progress.
What did Xabi Alonso say about Vinicius' reaction?
Alonso stated that he wants to maintain focus on what is essential and acknowledged that discussions regarding Vinicius' reaction would take place later, emphasizing the importance of the contributions made by Vinicius in the match.
