Real Madrid fans upset with Ancelotti for defending Vinicius Jr. following his red card against Valencia.
Real Madrid supporters are growing frustrated with manager Carlo Ancelotti’s defense of Vinicius Jr. following his red card and controversial behavior during their recent clash against Valencia. The Brazilian forward was sent off after an altercation with goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski, where he pushed the Valencia keeper in the face. The incident, fueled by ongoing provocation, left Los Blancos with a numerical disadvantage and trailing 1-0. Despite this, Real Madrid mounted a thrilling comeback, with Luka Modric and Jude Bellingham scoring late goals to seal the victory.
Rather than reprimanding Vinicius for his actions, Ancelotti shifted the blame to Spanish fans and alleged referee bias. This explanation has not sat well with many fans, who feel that the manager is enabling Vinicius’ “childish” behavior by refusing to hold him accountable. Vinicius also attempted to confront the referee after the red card, but teammate Antonio Rudiger intervened, preventing further escalation.
Ancelotti, however, stood firm in his support for the winger. The experienced coach has repeatedly questioned the fairness of the red card, expressing optimism that Vinicius would avoid a lengthy ban. He further defended Vinicius by attributing his actions to the abuse the player endures from Spanish fans and perceived referee bias.
Despite this, many Real Madrid supporters are calling for stronger action. They worry that Ancelotti’s stance might set a troubling precedent for the team. Fans feel that Vinicius should be disciplined for his conduct, instead of being excused due to external factors.
In addition to this controversy, Ancelotti has placed further trust in Vinicius by making him the team’s primary penalty taker. This move highlights the manager’s faith in the 24-year-old, who has consistently delivered from the spot.
Vinicius, for his part, expressed regret over his actions following the match. In a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, he acknowledged his red card and praised his teammates for their resilience in securing the win.
Looking ahead, Vinicius remains focused on his long-term goals, including winning the prestigious Ballon d’Or. The winger narrowly missed out on the 2024 FIFA The Best Men’s Player of the Year Award, losing to Manchester City’s Rodri. However, Vinicius has his sights set on future success and continues to build his legacy at Real Madrid.
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