Álvaro Arbeloa has heaped praise on Vinícius Jr following the Brazilian winger’s outstanding performance in Real Madrid’s emphatic 6-1 victory over AS Monaco in the UEFA Champions League, describing him as “invincible” when backed by the Santiago Bernabéu crowd.
Vinícius was one of the standout performers on a dominant European night for Los Blancos, tormenting Monaco’s defence with his pace, direct running and confidence. The Brazilian capped off his display with a goal and a constant attacking threat, reminding everyone why he remains one of Real Madrid’s most decisive players on the biggest stage.
Speaking after the game, former Real Madrid defender and club legend Arbeloa highlighted the importance of the Bernabéu’s support in bringing out the best in Vinícius. “What we saw today is the invincible Vinícius when he has the Bernabéu behind him,” Arbeloa said, underlining the connection between the winger and the home fans.
Arbeloa also stressed how crucial this version of Vinícius is to Real Madrid’s ambitions this season, particularly in their pursuit of major silverware. “We saw the Vini we need if we want to compete for all the titles,” he added, making it clear that the Brazilian’s form could be decisive in both domestic and European competitions.