Vinicius Jr could miss Club World Cup semi-finals for Real Madrid
Real Madrid’s key star, Vinicius Júnior, is walking a disciplinary tightrope ahead of their crucial Club World Cup quarter-final clash against Borussia Dortmund this Saturday (July 5), 5 PM (Brasília time).
One More Yellow, One-Match Ban
Vinicius Jr. was booked in his debut vs. Al-Hilal. If he sees another yellow card against Dortmund, he will miss the semifinal a possible showdown against either PSG or Bayern Munich.
Club World Cup Rule:
Two yellow cards = automatic one-match suspension.
See also
Cards are only wiped after the quarterfinals.
Real Madrid on High Alert
Real Madrid’s coaching staff, led by Xabi Alonso, are monitoring the situation closely. Losing Vini Jr. at the semifinal stage especially against elite opponents could be a major blow.
Potential Opponent: PSG or Bayern Munich?
If Real Madrid defeats Borussia Dortmund, they will face the winner of PSG vs Bayern Munich.
- PSG: Champions League winners, in top form under Luis Enrique
- Bayern: Historically dominant over PSG; built around Musiala and Olise
The odds currently favor a Real Madrid vs PSG semifinal a must-watch clash of European heavyweights.
Vinicius Jr at the Club World Cup
- Games played: 4
- Goals: 1
- Assists: 1 (vs RB Salzburg)
- Yellow cards: 1 (vs Al-Hilal)
Breakout Star: 21-year-old Gonzalo García is making headlines with 3 goals and 1 assist so far outshining the veterans.
Match Info: Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund
- Date: Saturday, July 5
- Time: 5 PM (Brasília time)
- Location: United States
- Broadcast: Globo, CazéTV, SporTV, Dazn
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