Marca reported that Real Madrid defeated Olympiacos, Vinicius shined throughout the game, and Mbappe scored four goals to help Real Madrid beat Olympiacos.
In certain games, a player's performance will become a turning point, proving beyond doubt his influence. Facing Olympiacos, Vinicius's outstanding performance in the first half forced Xabi Alonso to re-examine the team's layout. He displayed a more aggressive, decisive style that harked back to the period when he was close to winning the Ballon d'Or. This performance forced Xabi Alonso to reconsider the Brazilian's status in the team.
Alonso hopes to build a Real Madrid team that can continue to maintain a high-intensity rhythm. And if there is one player who can change the situation from the beginning of the game, it must be Vinicius. He is the only player on the team who can change the dynamics of a game with one action. Although it was Kylian Mbappe who scored, it was Vinicius who shouldered the burden of his team's competition from the start of the game. He drives through defenses with the ball, forcing opponents to retreat and add defensive support. His influence is everywhere, allowing his teammates to play freely on the court.
The Brazilian controlled the game and showed authority. His status in the team is unshakable. The data also supports this. He is the player who completed the most dribbles and created the most chances in the game. Every touch of the ball adds distance, threat and tension to the game. Until his assist, which perfectly demonstrated his level. An outside instep pass, with impeccable technique and clear intention, helped Mbappe equalize the score. When he appears like this, no system, no plan, can ignore him.
"He played a great game. He made a difference in the game. I think for the full-back, it was very painful to play against Vinicius for 90 minutes. He played a great game and we are very happy to have him." Mbappe said.
When Vinicius and Mbappe find space, the opponent can only enter survival mode. The two move freely, attacking each other's defense naturally and breaking through as much as possible. Special mention must go to Guler, who read the game intelligently and became an ideal support. He lengthened the shot clock and upped the tempo, allowing his two star players to play with unbridled speed.
"I regret the goal that was canceled because it was a tactic we discussed and scoring a goal would give him a good feeling. It was a typical goal, cutting in from the outside and shooting to the far post. What I want to emphasize is his understanding with Kylian, the two assists and his influence." Alonso explained.
Xavi Alonso talked about building a vertical, intense team capable of destroying opponents through pace and possession in the early days of his coaching career. That was exactly what happened in the first half against Olympiacos. Although a power outage in the final stages almost led to tragedy, the team looked for opportunities to hit hard from the control. It’s not about managing the tempo, it’s about accelerating without letting your opponent think… and without letting them rest.
In this system, the sharpest, most unpredictable and most difficult to contain is Vinicius. His performance was a clear message to the coaching staff. It's a statement that when he appears in this form, his place in the team is unshakable. In this regard, no one can compare with Vinicius. He's an indispensable piece and just sent the signal with a convincing performance.
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