Vinícius Júnior admits poor start to the season with Real Madrid
The Brazilian forward is unhappy with his recent form, but Real Madrid and José Mourinho remain fully committed to his importance to the team.
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Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior has admitted that he has had a poor start to the 2026/27 campaign and is currently far from his optimal form. The 26-year-old has featured in eight matches this season, recording only a single goal.
Reports suggest this marks his worst seasonal opening since the pandemic era. The forward acknowledges that his recent output has not met expectations and accepts full responsibility for the situation, citing a combination of physical, psychological, and emotional factors.
Despite the dip in performance, Real Madrid maintains its support for the Brazilian. His value to the squad is not in doubt, as the club remains committed to his role within the team structure.
Head coach José Mourinho continues to count on the forward and views him as an essential part of his project. The manager intends to keep trusting the player with a spot in the starting lineup, working to help him regain his scoring touch and confidence on the pitch.