Vinicius Junior is currently a strong contender for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award, with many supporters backing his exceptional season.
His standout performances in key matches for Real Madrid led to triumphs in La Liga, UEFA Champions League, and Supercopa de Espana in the 2023/24 season.
Vinicius’ on-field brilliance was evident as he scored 26 goals and provided 11 assists in 49 appearances for both club and country during this campaign.
The addition of Kylian Mbappe to the Real Madrid squad could further enhance Vinicius’ chances of clinching the esteemed Ballon d’Or title.
Statistical Highlights of Vinicius Junior in 2023/24
Across various competitions, Vinicius played a crucial role by netting 26 goals and setting up 11 goals, demonstrating his impact on the team’s success.
Competition | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Win Percentage | Goals Scored | Assists |
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La Liga | 26 | 21 | 5 | 0 | 80.7% | 15 | 5 |
UEFA Champions League | 10 | 6 | 4 | 0 | 60% | 6 | 4 |
Copa del Rey | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
Supercopa de Espana | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100% | 3 | 0 |
World Cup qualifiers | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0% | 0 | 1 |
International Friendlies | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50% | 0 | 1 |
Copa America 2024 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33% | 2 | 0 |
Total | 49 | 32 | 14 | 2 | 65.3% | 26 | 11 |
His contributions were vital in Real Madrid’s undefeated streak in La Liga and UEFA Champions League matches where he was active.
Vinicius excelled in crucial fixtures, including scoring two goals against Bayern Munich and Barcelona, and performing impressively in the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund.
Furthermore, his efforts were instrumental in Real Madrid’s successful campaign, winning La Liga, UEFA Champions League, and Supercopa de Espana trophies during the 2023/24 season.
Unfortunately, Vinicius’ impact could not elevate Brazil to similar heights, as they suffered a disappointing exit in the Copa America quarterfinals against Uruguay.
Upcoming Event: 2024 Ballon d’Or Ceremony
The 2024 Ballon d’Or award ceremony is scheduled to take place on Monday, October 28, 2024 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France.
The gala is set to commence at 8 p.m. local time (2 p.m. ET).