Where Was Vinicius When Real Madrid Wept?

Pulse Sports Team 07:42 - 24 May 2026

Vinicius Junior's absence from Real Madrid's farewell match against Athletic Bilbao, a game honoring several club legends, did not go unnoticed by Madrid's "Marca" newspaper.

Meanwhile, "AS," the other leading daily in the Spanish capital, highlighted how Federico Valverde, Jude Bellingham, and Brahim Diaz were visibly moved by Dani Carvajal's speech, which brought the Santiago Bernabéu to tears.

David Alaba also received an emotional send-off, lifting his famous chair above his head one last time.

Amidst these iconic scenes for Real Madrid fans worldwide, Vinicius Junior once again appeared solely focused on himself. "The fact that Vinicius wasn't at the stadium again speaks volumes about the dressing room turmoil this season. He's on vacation, as always, too concerned only with his own affairs," wrote "Marca."

The Brazilian had reportedly received an early personal break to prepare for the 2026 World Cup.