Perez Demands More: Vinicius Jr’s Brilliance Not Sufficient
In a stunning display at the Al-Awwal Park Stadium, Vinicius Jr led Real Madrid to a triumphant 4-1 victory over arch-rivals FC Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup Final. However, the hat-trick heroics fell short of satisfying Real Madrid President Florentino Perez.
Perez’s Demand for Excellence
“I told Vini he should’ve scored more goals. Three is not enough,” expressed Perez, emphasizing the relentless pursuit of excellence even in the face of a remarkable performance.
Ancelotti’s Mastery: 11 Trophies and Counting
Perez also showered praise on Real Madrid’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti, who clinched his 11th trophy with the club. Ancelotti’s understanding of football and his impeccable coaching style align seamlessly with Madrid’s ethos, according to Perez.
Vinicius Jr’s Hat-Trick Glory
Vinicius Jr’s brilliance unfolded early in the match with goals in the seventh and 10th minutes, setting the tone for Real Madrid’s dominance. Despite Robert Lewandowski’s response in the 33rd minute, Vinicius continued to shine.
Mimicking Ronaldo’s Celebration
Celebrating his opener, Vinicius paid homage to Cristiano Ronaldo with a mimicked celebration, adding a nostalgic touch to the historic match.
Expanding the Lead: Penalty Success
Vinicius extended Real’s advantage in the 39th minute, converting a penalty earned after a foul by Araujo inside the box. Rodrygo contributed to Real’s triumph with the fourth goal from a rebound in the 64th minute.
Xavi’s Unenviable Record
Barcelona’s manager, Xavi, joined the ranks of those conceding four or more goals in at least two games against Real Madrid, a list including legendary names like Frank Rijkaard.
Real Madrid’s Redemption
Real Madrid’s victory marked their 13th title in the competition, avenging last year’s final defeat by the record 14-time winners Barcelona. The win showcased Real’s resilience and determination to reclaim their dominance.
As the Spanish Super Cup Final concluded, the football world marveled at Vinicius Jr’s exceptional hat-trick, despite President Perez’s unyielding demand for excellence.
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