Vinicius apologizes to Brazil fans after World Cup elimination
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Vinicius Junior issued an apology to Brazilian fans following the team's surprising elimination from the 2026 World Cup by Norway on July 9, losing 2-1 in the Round of 16. The Real Madrid player expressed his 'enormous frustration' over the defeat and vowed to 'fight' for the Selecao's return to the top of the world. Despite scoring four goals in the tournament, Vinicius acknowledged the disappointment and emphasized the team's potential to achieve more. National teams coordinator Rodrigo Caetano confirmed his support for coach Carlo Ancelotti despite the outcome.
- •Brazil lost 2-1 to Norway in the Round of 16.
- •Vinicius Junior expressed frustration in an Instagram message.
- •He scored four goals during the tournament.
- •Coordinator Rodrigo Caetano supports coach Carlo Ancelotti.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Vinicius apologizes to Brazilians for World Cup 'frustration'
"Vinicius Junior apologized to Brazilian fans on Friday for the "enormous frustration" caused by their World Cup elimination by Norway and promised to "fight" to restore the might of the Selecao.I apologize and I will fight for our dream of returning to the top of the world," he added.
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