Vinicius Junior’s detractors have been harshly criticised by Carlo Ancelotti, who claims that the Real Madrid player is the most “persecuted” footballer in history..

Consequently, what happened?
The Brazilian received backlash after being booked for knocking Will Orban of RB Leipzig to the ground during their midweek Champions League tie. After being subjected to racist taunts from supporters at the Mestalla nine months prior, the forward was once again heckled by Valencia’s supporters during Madrid’s 2-2 draw with them this past weekend. In a passionate tirade, Los Blancos manager Ancelotti has now firmly defended the 23-year-old..

WHAT CARLO ANCELOTTI SAID

“I’ve looked back a bit, at history, at statistics, and I’ve never seen a player who’s been persecuted like Vinícius,” he told reporters on Friday. He’s been insulted, kicked, and whistled. And how does he proceed? He assists as well as scores goals. And after that, I’m meant to discuss his attitude with him? Not at all! Everyone’s perspective of Vinícius needs to be altered. A player with extraordinary skill in my personal background has never gone through what Vinicius has gone through. He received a karate chop to the head in the Vallecas match against Rayo Vallecano, and not even a yellow card was given. Everyone is now requesting a red card for pushing Leipzig.”

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THE BIGGER PICTURE

Aside from the criticism and abuse he receives, Vinicius has continued to perform on the pitch for the Spanish giants. In 26 games, he has scored 15 goals and bagged seven assists and will continue to be crucial in their push for silverware this season.

WHAT NEXT?

The Brazilian international is likely to be in action for La Liga leaders Madrid when they take on Celta Vigo on Sunday evening, looking to extend their gap at the top of the table to second-placed Barcelona to eight points.