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Vinicius Junior looks to Champions League campaign after Real Madrid loss

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 10:20 AM

Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Vinicius Junior looks to Champions League campaign after Real Madrid loss

Summary

Real Madrid prepares for its opening Champions League match against Inter Milan this Tuesday. The Spanish club enters the tournament following a defeat to Real Betis in La Liga. Vinicius Junior described the upcoming European campaign as a significant opportunity for the team to return to form. He acknowledged the physical challenge posed by Inter Milan and their defensive system. Despite managing squad absences, the forward expressed confidence in his team's readiness for the competition. Vinicius identified his previous goals in finals against Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund as career highlights.

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•Real Madrid plays Inter Milan in the opening Champions League match on Tuesday.
•The team enters the match after a loss to Real Betis in La Liga.
•Vinicius Junior cited previous goals against Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund as career milestones.
•Real Madrid aims to secure a top-eight finish in the opening stage of the competition.

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10:20 AMYahoo Sports — Vinicius Junior makes bold Real Madrid promise ahead of Champions League opener

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After suffering a disappointing loss to Real Betis in their last La Liga game, Real Madrid are returning to their favorite competition, i.e., the UEFA Champions League, today, on Tuesday. The Merengue...
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