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Vinicius Jr. faces boos in Real Madrid pre-season start against Deportivo

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Vinicius Jr. faces boos in Real Madrid pre-season start against Deportivo

Summary

Vinicius Jr. made his first pre-season start for Real Madrid in a 1-0 victory over Deportivo La Coruña, held at Riazor on August 13. Despite the win, the Brazilian faced a hostile reception from sections of the crowd, who booed every touch of the ball. Vinicius, wearing the captain's armband, contributed to the team's attacking plays but showed signs of needing match fitness. His involvement created opportunities for teammates, particularly Alvaro Carreras, who benefited from Vinicius' presence on the left side. The match marked an important step in Vinicius' preparation for the upcoming season.

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•Vinicius Jr. captained Real Madrid in pre-season opener
•Real Madrid secured a 1-0 victory over Deportivo La Coruña
•Boos echoed from the crowd for Vinicius and teammates
•Vinicius showed signs of needing match fitness
•Alvaro Carreras utilized Vinicius' presence for attacking opportunities

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Every touch booed: Real Madrid superstar faces hostile reception in first pre-season start

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Vinicius Jr. made his first start of Real Madrid’s pre-season in the 1-0 victory over Deportivo La Coruña, but his return to the starting XI at Riazor came with plenty of noise from the stands.The ...
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