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Vinicius was unhappy to be substituted by Mourinho during the match between Roma and Real Madrid in Rome. The decision came in the 59th minute, with Roma 3-1 ahead and the home crowd still celebrating Malen’s goal, scored two minutes earlier. At the Olympic Stadium, Mourinho opted to reorganise his team and brought Endrick on for Vinicius.
The change was followed by a reversal in the score: Real Madrid eventually won 4-3. The account of the match describes the substitution as a turning point in the Madrid side’s victory, although Vinicius made no secret of his frustration as he left the field.
“I got angry after the substitution because I always want to be well and help the team. The substitutions changed the team,” the Brazilian said. His words conveyed his annoyance, as well as his desire to remain in a position to help his side. Vinicius’s departure and Endrick’s arrival therefore marked an important passage in a match that swung Real Madrid’s way after Roma had built a two-goal lead.
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