Vinicius Júnior Leads Brazil with 3 Goals and Signals Seleção's World Cup Ambitions
With 3 goals in the group stage, Vinicius Júnior is leading a determined Seleção that looks hell-bent on winning a sixth World Cup title.
By KhalidPublished on June 23, 2026 at 09:30🕒 1 min read
The 2026 World Cup was supposed to be Vinicius Júnior's moment of reckoning — and he has delivered. Three goals and two assists in the group stage place him firmly at the front of the Ballon d'Or conversation.
Highlights
- 🇧🇷 Opening goal vs Morocco (1-1) after a breathtaking dribble
- ⚽ Brace and an assist vs Haiti
- 🏃 Fastest player in the tournament (36.2 km/h top speed)
"Vini is playing with a freedom and confidence we have never seen from him before. He is at his best at the perfect time," said Brazil coach Dorival Júnior.
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