Vinícius to Mbappé After the Match: “Playing at the Bernabéu, We Must Do Better”
After a hard-fought match, Real Madrid claimed three points in their Champions League opener, and Vinícius was eager to hear Kylian Mbappé’s thoughts on his debut at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Real Madrid had a tough time against Stuttgart at home but managed to secure the win, kicking off their European title defense on a positive note. However, the team’s overall performance left much to be desired, and these issues will be closely analyzed at their Valdebebas training ground.
Vinícius, keen to know how Mbappé felt about his first Champions League experience at the Bernabéu, especially after scoring his debut goal in the second half, struck up a conversation with the French striker. Despite the victory, Vinícius expressed some self-criticism.
The Brazilian star remarked, “Playing at the Bernabéu, we have to do better.” The team’s disjointed play allowed Stuttgart to dominate much of the game, both with and without the ball. Vinícius was quick to acknowledge that the team’s performance needed urgent improvement.
A Call for Improvement
Though the manner of the win raised concerns, Vinícius emphasized, “The important thing is to win… we’ll definitely improve.” His words aimed to keep spirits high for Mbappé but also served as a reminder that the team cannot rely solely on individual brilliance to turn games around.
Both Vinícius and Mbappé have yet to hit their peak form this season, but with the intensity of the schedule increasing, they will need to raise their level of play. Leading Real Madrid back to glory will be key in securing more titles this season.
