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 plays as a forward for Real Madrid in La Liga and represents the Brazil national team. Widely considered among the world's best players, Vinícius Júnior is renowned for his exceptional speed, skillful technique, and remarkable dribbling capabilities on the field.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 2015: Called Up for Brazil and U-15 Title

In October 2015, Vinícius Júnior was called up for Brazil for the South American U-15 Championship, which he and Brazil won.

2015: South American U-15 Championship Victory

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

2017: South American U-17 Championship Win

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

March 2020: Goal in El Clásico and La Liga Title

In March 2020, Vinícius Júnior scored the first goal in a 2–0 win for Real Madrid in El Clásico against Barcelona. He made 29 appearances during the league season, as Real Madrid won the 2019–20 La Liga.

2020: Total Goals in all competitions

On 30 October 2021, Vinícius Júnior scored his sixth and seventh league goals of the season and his eighth and ninth overall, surpassing his total output of six goals in all competitions during the 2020–21 season in just 14 matches.

2021: Champions League Young Player of the Season

At the end of the 2021–22 season 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 Júnior scored his first hat-trick for Real Madrid in a 6–0 victory over Levante.

2022: Champions League Winner

In 2022, Vinícius Júnior helped Real Madrid win the La Liga–Champions League double, scoring the winning goal in the Champions League final.

2022: FIFA Club World Cup Title

On 11 February 2023, Real Madrid defeated Al-Hilal 5–3 in the 2022 FIFA Club World Cup final. Vinícius Júnior scored a brace, claiming the tournament's best player award and his second Club World Cup title.

2022: UEFA Champions League team of the tournament

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

2023: Inclusion in FIFPRO World XI

In 2023, Vinícius Júnior was included in the FIFPRO World XI.

January 2024: Hat-Trick in Supercopa de España

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

October 2024: Continental Hat-Trick

On 22 October 2024, Vinícius Júnior scored his first continental hat-trick in a 5–2 comeback win against Borussia Dortmund. He finished second in the 2024 Ballon d'Or behind Rodri.

2024: Awards and Recognition

In 2024, Vinícius Júnior was named The Best FIFA Men's Player and finished as runner-up in the Ballon d'Or voting. He was also named the Champions League Player of the Season and helped his team win the Champions League final, scoring the second goal.

2024: Champions League Title and Player of the Season Award

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

January 2025: 100th Goal milestone

On 22 January 2025, Vinícius Júnior 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.