Vinicius Scores Twice as Real Madrid Draws 2-2 at Valencia
Vinicius Junior scored two goals to help Real Madrid draw 2-2 against Valencia in La Liga on Saturday. This was Vinicius’ first return to Mestalla Stadium since he was racially abused there last season.
Vinicius Responds to Chants with Goals
Vinicius scored his first goal in the 50th minute and his second in the 76th minute. These goals canceled out Valencia’s first-half goals scored by Hugo Duro and Roman Yaremchuk.
After each goal, Vinicius responded to the crowd’s chants of “Vinicius is stupid” and loud booing by raising his fist and cupping his ears.
Other Match Highlights
- Real Madrid remains at the top of La Liga with a seven-point lead.
- Jude Bellingham started for Real Madrid after missing games due to an injury.
- Real Sociedad lost 3-2 to Sevilla.
- Getafe drew 3-3 with Las Palmas.
- Rayo Vallecano drew 1-1 with Cadiz. The game was paused due to hail during a rainstorm.