Vinícius Júnior's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Vinícius Júnior.

Vinícius Júnior, also known as Vini Jr., is a highly regarded Brazilian professional footballer. He excels as a forward for Real Madrid in La Liga and represents the Brazil national team. Acknowledged as one of the world's top players, Vinícius Júnior is celebrated for his exceptional speed, refined technique, and impressive dribbling skills.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 2015: Brazil U-15 Call-Up and Championship

In October 2015, Vinícius was called up for Brazil for the South American U-15 Championship. Vinícius and Brazil won the U-15 title, and he was the 2nd top-scorer of the tournament. He was named player of the tournament.

2015: South American U-15 Championship Victory

In 2015, Vinícius played a key role in Brazil's victory at the South American U-15 Championship.

March 2017: South American U-17 Championship Debut

In March 2017, Vinícius debuted in the South American U-17 Championship for Brazil, leading Brazil to win the South American U-17 Championship, he was named the tournament's best player and was top goal-scorer with seven goals.

2017: South American U-17 Championship Victory

In 2017, Vinícius was a key player in Brazil's victory at the South American U-17 Championship, finishing as the leading goalscorer.

March 2020: First Goal in El Clásico

In March 2020, Vinícius scored the first goal in El Clásico against Barcelona. Real Madrid won the 2019–20 La Liga.

2021: Champions League Team of the Season

Vinícius ended the 2021–22 season as Real Madrid's second-best goalscorer with 22 goals in all competitions. For his performances Vinícius was named the inaugural Champions League young player of the season and included in the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League team of the season.

May 2022: First Hat-Trick for Real Madrid

On 12 May 2022, Vinícius scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 6–0 victory over Levante.

2022: Champions League Team of the Tournament Selection

He was selected in the 2022–23 UEFA Champions League team of the tournament.

2022: Champions League Final Goal

In 2022, Vinícius scored the winning goal in the Champions League final, contributing to Real Madrid's La Liga–Champions League double.

2022: FIFA Club World Cup

On 11 February, Real Madrid defeated Al-Hilal 5–3 in the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup final as Vinícius scored a brace to claim the tournament's best player award and his second Club World Cup title.

2023: Inclusion in FIFPRO World XI

In 2023, Vinícius was included in the FIFPRO World XI, recognizing him as one of the best players in the world.

January 2024: Supercopa de España Hat-Trick

On 14 January 2024, Vinícius scored a hat-trick in a 4–1 victory over Barcelona in the Supercopa de España final.

2024: Champions League Final Goal and Player of the Season Award

In 2024, Vinícius scored the winning goal in the Champions League final for the second time and was named the tournament's Player of the Season. He was also named The Best FIFA Men's Player and came runner up in the Ballon d'Or.

2024: Second Champions League Trophy and Player of the Season

On 1 June 2024, Vinícius scored in Real Madrid's 2–0 win over Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League Final, winning his second trophy in the competition. Two days later, he was named the UEFA Champions League Player of the Season.

January 2025: 100th and 101st Goals for Real Madrid

On 22 January 2025, Vinícius scored his 100th and 101st goals for Real Madrid in a 5–1 Champions League win over Red Bull Salzburg, becoming the 23rd player to achieve this feat for the club.