Article by Mihai Șovei – Published Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 10:31 / Updated Tuesday, March 24, 2026 10:31
Vinicius (25 years old), the Brazilian star in his attack real madridis once again at the center of a controversy, this time one that occurred during the Galacticos' victory over him Atletico Madrid3-2.
He entered into a conflict with the Simeone family, both with Giuliano, the Atletico player, and with Diego, the Madrid technician.
Vinicius, conflict with the Simeone family
The Madrid derby was an emotionally charged one, which was also demonstrated by the tensions that arose between the players of the city rivals. Vinicius and Giuliano Simeone were the protagonists of such a moment, the dialogue between the two being captured by the cameras.
According to images published by the Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Vinicius allegedly told Giuliano: “A fullback! You're better as a fullback! Keep being a fullback!“. This message refers to the position the Argentine played in the field. Although he is usually a right-winger, Giuliano was used as a right-back, so his main duel was with Vinicius.
Vinicius, verbal conflict with Giuliano Simeone / photo: facebook Fabrizio Romano
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The two were among the most important players on the field. Vinicius scored a 'double' against Atletico, while Giuliano Simeone provided a decisive pass to Ademola Lookman, who scored the first goal of the match.
The Brazilian didn't stop there The moment he was substituted, the Brazilian walked past Simeone laughing and applauding, even commenting, which bothered 'Cholo'.
His gesture refers to what happened in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup on January 8, when Real Madrid won 2-1. Simeone sparred with Vinicius and shouted at him at one point “Florentino will kick you out. Remember he will kick you out. He will kick you out, remember what I say”. At the end of this weekend's game, Vinicius sent a message referring to the technician's statements.
“The president Florentino Perez always tells me that I have to score two goals and today I scored two, I dedicate them to him“, said Vinicius, at the end of the weekend match.
