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Kylian Mbappé scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-1 at the Bernabéu in José Mourinho’s return to the dugout. Madrid were booed at halftime after a disjointed first half, but a sharper second period saw Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior strike before Mbappé completed the hat-trick late on to seal the win.
Real Madrid cruised to a 3-0 win over Schalke in a preseason friendly. Mbappé opened with a sharp early goal and looked lively, Vinícius Júnior appeared off pace in the early fixtures, Fede Valverde showed better balance alongside Bernardo Silva, Mourinho faces a tactical puzzle to fit Arda Güler and Jude Bellingham together, and Carlos Espi stood out with strong pressing and hold‑up play.
Vinicius Junior signed a six-year contract with Real Madrid through 2032, reportedly worth a net ~€25 million per year with improved image rights, effectively ending Arsenal’s pursuit as they prepared to bid; Real Madrid’s push, reportedly supported by manager Jose Mourinho, comes as Vinicius has 128 goals and 100 assists in 375 appearances, with formal confirmation still pending.
Real Madrid announced Vinícius Júnior has signed a new contract through 2032, fending off Arsenal’s bid and bolstering Madrid’s project. The renewal mitigates the risk of him leaving for free next summer and aligns with the club’s strategy to retain a world-class star; Vinícius has made 375 appearances for Madrid, with 128 goals and 100 assists since 2018.
Real Madrid have improved their contract offer to Vinícius Júnior amid ongoing talks, with the Brazil forward seeking about €30 million per year. As his current deal runs down, he must decide whether to renew, wait for free agency next year, or consider Arsenal’s interest, highlighting a pivotal moment for Madrid’s plans and the transfer market.
A global round-up of football transfer gossip: Real Madrid are reportedly willing to keep Vinícius Júnior for now, even as his representatives have approached Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City amid PSG interest. Manchester United are said to have a $91 million bid for Aurélien Tchouaméni, who is open to a move if Madrid wants to sell. Chelsea are pursuing Álvaro Carreras and Kerim Alajbegović, while Pedro Neto could exit with interest from City and Liverpool. Bruno Guimarães’s Newcastle future is being discussed with Arsenal; Liverpool may pursue Francisco Conceição if Barcola doesn’t materialize. Other rumors involve Oskar Pietuszewski, Radek Vitek, Evann Guessand, Ferran Torres, and Rodri, with Barca/PSG eyeing the midfielder as Real Madrid weighs Vinícius Jr.’s fate.
Erling Haaland scored twice to send Norway to the quarterfinals over Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, while Vinícius Júnior again carried Brazil but was let down by a weak supporting cast and inconsistent tactics. The piece argues Vinícius is often scapegoated, but the real issue is Brazil's systemic shortcomings—lacking solid fullbacks, midfield, and attacking cohesion—contrasted with Haaland thriving in a well-built Norway setup.
Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in World Cup 2026 Group C to seal top spot, with Vinicius Jr scoring twice and Neymar returning after three years; Bruno Guimaraes assisted the first and third goals, and Matheus Cunha added the final goal as Brazil kept a clean sheet and finished the group with seven points, while Morocco finished second.
Scotland were beaten 3-0 by Brazil, leaving their chances of reaching the last 32 hanging by a thread as they sit on three points with a -3 goal difference and must rely on other results. Vinícius Júnior scored early and again after a defensive lapse, Cunha added a third after a Guimarães assist, and Scotland offered little in response. Neymar returned but did not score. The defeat intensifies scrutiny of Steve Clarke and the Scottish FA as their campaign, criticized for a lack of momentum and talent, looks increasingly precarious.
Brazil defeated Haiti 3-0 in World Cup Group C, with Matheus Cunha scoring twice and Vinicius Junior adding the third to eliminate Haiti from the tournament.
Matheus Cunha scores twice in the first half and Vinícius Júnior adds another before halftime as Brazil routs Haiti 3-0 in Philadelphia, seizing top spot in Group C; Haiti remain winless and are eliminated after going 0-2, while Brazil’s strong start answers criticism from their opener.
Brazil opened their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco, triggering heavy scrutiny of manager Carlo Ancelotti as nerves and lineup questions dominated the post-match talk. Morocco took the lead through Ismael Saibari after a Brahim Díaz pass, while Vinícius Júnior equalized for Brazil. Ancelotti acknowledged the early pressure, noted second-half improvement, and suggested changes to the lineup for the next match as Brazil seeks a stronger performance.
Brazil opened their World Cup 2026 campaign with a 1-1 draw against Morocco at MetLife Stadium after a sluggish first half that saw Morocco dominate possession and pressure. Ismael Saibari gave the Africans the lead in the 21st minute, but Vinicius Junior answered with a stunning goal in the 32nd to level the match and spark Brazil’s momentum in the second half. The result keeps Brazil in a favorable position in Group C, with Haiti and Scotland next on the schedule as they chase a sixth world title.
Ismael Saibari put Morocco ahead in the 21st minute before Vinicius Junior struck an equaliser 11 minutes later as Brazil earned a 1-1 draw in their World Cup 2026 Group C opener in New Jersey. With Neymar out, Brazil showed flashes of quality but still have work to do under Carlo Ancelotti, while Morocco looked dangerous and nearly grabbed a late winner. Brazil next face Haiti, and Morocco meet Scotland.
NBC News previews the 2026 World Cup’s rising talents, led by Lamine Yamal, Jude Bellingham, Erling Haaland, Vinícius Júnior and Jamal Musiala, with Alphonso Davies also highlighted for Canada, as the players most likely to influence the tournament.