What Happened:
In the Copa del Rey quarterfinal match against Leganés, Luka Modric and Vinícius Jr. had a heated exchange after Vinícius stayed behind to protest a booking, while his teammates defended. Modric, frustrated with Vinícius' lack of defensive effort, confronted him, leading to a controversy between the two.
Why It Matters:
The incident underscores the pressures within the team and the high stakes of maintaining unity and focus during crucial matches.
What He Is Saying:
Carlo Ancelotti, the coach of Real Madrid, sided with Modric, highlighting that his leadership and expectations must be respected at all times.
Aftermath:
Vinícius skipped the small celebration after Gonzalo's winning goal and headed straight to the locker room, visibly upset.
Mohammad Kazemi
