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Vinicius Jr. aims for Di Stefano's record as new Real Madrid captain

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 9:45 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Vinicius Jr. aims for Di Stefano's record as new Real Madrid captain

Summary

Real Madrid faces Espanyol in their season opener tonight, with Vinicius Jr. stepping into a leadership role as the club's second captain. Vinicius, now the most experienced player in the squad with 375 appearances, is 21 matches away from Alfredo Di Stefano's total. Having renewed his contract until 2032, he could achieve significant milestones, including 657 matches if he maintains his current form. His current scoring tally stands at 127 goals, making him the top scorer in the squad as he looks to lead Real Madrid to a strong start this season.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid plays Espanyol in their season opener this evening.
•Vinicius Jr. is the most experienced player with 375 matches.
•He is 21 matches shy of Alfredo Di Stefano's record.
•Vinicius' contract runs until 2032, projecting high appearance numbers.
•He has scored 127 goals, leading the current squad in goals.

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What they're saying

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The new season is just around the corner with Real Madrid set to take on Espanyol in their season opener later this evening.It will be an important game for Vinicius Jr., who is heading into the new s...
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