The match was a close and intense affair, with Vinicius playing a crucial part in the action. He was involved in several key moments, including a looping cross that led to Real Madrid's first goal and a clever move that almost resulted in a second goal. Despite his contributions, Vinicius's relationship with Alonso has been strained, with the manager substituting him in most games this season.

Vinicius has been a key player for Real Madrid, and his reaction to being substituted highlights the challenges Alonso faces in managing the team's egos. Alonso has been working to get the best out of his star players, including Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe, who struggled to gel last season.

After the match, Vinicius returned to the pitch for a brief moment as the teams clashed after a Barcelona player was sent off. He was involved in a heated exchange with Barcelona's players before being calmed down by his teammates.