Real Madrid coach explains the ‘father to son’ gesture with Vinny Junior

The photo of Carlo Ancelotti with Vinny Junior had global repercussions after the former Flamengo’s hat-trick

Vinnie Jr. hopes to close out the week with a “Golden Key.” After three goals against Borussia Dortmund (ALE), in the Champions League, on Tuesday (22), the striker revealed by Flamengo faces El Clásico against Barcelona (ESP), on Saturday (26). On the eve of the match, Real Madrid’s winger coach, Carlo Ancelotti, commented on the photo, which became a global topic.

Hug between Carlo Ancelotti and Vinny Junior.pic.twitter.com/B4FP1hKmvq

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After scoring one of the three goals against Borussia, at the Santiago Bernabéu, Vini Junior received a long and unexpected hug from Carlo Ancelotti. When asked about the meaning of this gesture, the Italian coach praised the Brazilian striker.

“(The hug) means coaching one of the best players in the world. A boy who is still very humble, who has improved a lot. I think he will without a doubt be the next Ballon d’Or.”Ancelotti said before answering another question about Vinnie Junior’s leadership.There is not just one leader, there are many. Vinicius can be a leader, like Valverde, or like Modric. Young people can prove by their attitudes and commitment that they are leaders.

Golden Ball

The striker revealed by Flamengo is the favorite to win the Ballon d’Or, which will be awarded in Paris, next Monday (28). The event is being promoted by French magazine France Football and, for the first time, will also be endorsed by UEFA.

Flamengo in Oro Ball

Last year, Vinny Junior finished sixth in the Ballon d’Or, equaling Adriano Emperador’s achievement, in 2004, as the best Flamengo son in the competition’s history. However, Malvadisa would certainly take first place alone in the dispute with Minghao’s descendants.

Emperador himself had finished seventh in 2005. Furthermore, goalkeeper Julio Cesar was on the list in 2009 and 2010, at 21st and 19th respectively. The two left-footed players arrived among the best in the world representing Inter Milan (ITA). On the other hand, Vinicius shines in Spain wearing a Real Madrid shirt.

The award was created in 1959, but until 1995, only players born in Europe could compete. Therefore, it is the greatest idol in history FlemishZico, for example, never had the chance to win the cup. Therefore, only three of Minghao’s sons were able to appear in the best places in the Ballon d’Or.