A highly esteemed Real Madrid player, Vinicius Jr., held an exclusive interview with CNN. They spoke about a lot of important things, like his plans for the next season, his partnership with Kylian Mbappe, and his hopes of winning the Ballon d’Or. Vinicius discussed the influence of Brazilian football heroes on him, specifically mentioning Kaká, Ronaldo (who won the award twice), Ronaldinho, Rivaldo, and other Ballon d’Or-winning Brazilian players. Undoubtedly, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho are the individuals with whom I have the strongest bond. They consistently remind me on a daily basis of the importance of winning the Ballon d’Or.
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Vinicius Jr reflects on the sensation of being a member of the Real Madrid football club.
“I have always aspired to play for Real Madrid, therefore I value each moment as if it were my final one.” Everyone aspires to be part of the world’s top team, playing with the most skilled players, scoring numerous goals in multiple finals, and making significant contributions. At the age of 24, I aspire to sustain my current state and make a lasting impact in the esteemed team I am currently a part of, with the intention of leaving a significant mark in its history. Not everyone has the opportunity to accomplish that, hence I emphasize the importance of savoring every moment while wearing this shirt.
Vinicius Jr reflects on his triumph in securing the treble.
The Copa del Rey consistently hinders our chances of achieving the treble due to the formidable opponents we face in January, a month characterized by a high number of matches. As a result, our goals become more intricate due to the cup competition. Starting with the most difficult competition, the Champions League, then La Liga, and finally the Copa, are in order of importance. Real Madrid’s insatiable hunger to win the Champions League gives the tournament its immense enormity, as does every other aspect of the competition.
Both the players and the fans expect us to win the competition. Our current objective is to strive for victory in every competition we participate in and ultimately achieve the treble.
Vinicius Jr discusses his experience training alongside Ronaldo Nazario
“While I was in Ibiza, I had the opportunity to train at Ronaldo’s house and he advised me to continue training there for a few more days in order to increase my chances of winning the Ballon d’Or.” These players have achieved remarkable feats and being able to contend for the Ballon d’Or and win an award of such prestige would be truly extraordinary.
Vinicius Jr discusses his prospects with the club
“I consistently strive to be among the top performers, and with each passing day at Real Madrid, my self-assurance grows stronger.” My teammates have won a combined six Champions League events, and I myself have won two of them. Notably, Carvajal has also accomplished this remarkable achievement. Our daily drive comes from their accomplishment, which pushes us to go beyond what we think is possible. It instills in us the belief that with our current team, anything is possible. We have successfully reached this point, which required significant effort. However, maintaining the top level of performance is significantly more challenging. Therefore, my goal is to sustain this level for an extended period and achieve the same number of Champions League victories as Carvajal, Modrić, Nacho, and Toni Kroos, who have each won six. We potentially possess one of the most exceptional squads over the upcoming ten years, and it is imperative that we demonstrate our ability to succeed on the field. My teammates and I have the opportunity to come closer to winning more titles for Real Madrid with each game we play.
Vinicius Jr discusses the revamped squad that Real Madrid currently possesses.
The crew is very proficient and has maintained its exceptional performance for an extended period of time. With the addition of Mbappé, there is a widespread belief that the team has the potential to become unbeatable. But right now we need to put our energy on carrying out intensive training sessions and encouraging quick comprehension between team members.
Vinicius Jr. gives his thoughts on Mbappé’s game
The way Mbappé plays and the talent he possesses have me completely captivated. I am truly excited about the possibilities of what we may do this season.
He is entering after achieving numerous goals and winning multiple titles. He is arriving at the club he has always aspired to be a part of and where every player has always aspired to play for: Real Madrid. If it is in accordance with God’s will, we hope that Mbappé will be able to replicate his goal-scoring prowess from his previous team and the national team, and potentially even surpass it while playing for us.
Vinicius Jr discusses Marta
“I must discuss Marta, who is the most exceptional player in the history of women’s soccer.” One of the reasons I have such a deep affection for her is that I believe she was the one who brought about a revolution in the sport of football and gave women’s football the prestige that it justly deserves. The number of people who are interested in playing women’s football is continuously growing, and Marta was a pioneer contributor to the development of this sport. In the same way that Ayrton Senna was a representation of the entire Brazilian community, Marta is analogous to what Pelé brought to the table. There is only one person in the entire world who is a member of this exclusive echelon, and she is the sole one.