More Boos for Vinícius in Real Madrid's Champions League Match Against Monaco at the Bernabeu

The atmosphere at the Santiago Bernabéu has become increasingly tense, with Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior once again facing jeers from his own fans during their Champions League match against Monaco. The boos, which have been directed at the Brazilian winger in recent games, raise questions about the relationship between the player and the Madrid faithful.

The discontent among supporters has been growing, fueled by the team's recent struggles. Real Madrid suffered an early exit from the Copa del Rey against Albacete, a team from the second division, and also lost to Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. These defeats have intensified the pressure on the team and its key players.

During Saturday's La Liga match against Levante, the Madrid fans heavily booed the players, with Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr leading the dissent, waving white handkerchiefs and calling for the resignation of president Florentino Perez. Images showed the Brazilian in the tunnel, sitting on steps with his face buried in his hands, overwhelmed by the massive jeers as his name was announced among the starting XI. During the match, the supporters showed him no mercy. They booed him not only when he lost possession but also when he attempted to dribble, shoot, or set up a teammate.

The boos directed at Vinícius began even before the Champions League match against Monaco, with his name being met with loud jeers when the starting line-ups were announced. Throughout the game, a noticeable section of the crowd expressed their disapproval whenever he touched the ball.

In response to the treatment of his teammate, Kylian Mbappé hasPublic opinion is divided, with some fans believing that the criticism is justified due to Vinícius' recent performances, while others argue that he is being unfairly targeted. Some observers suggest that there are campaigns aimed at weakening Real Madrid and that Vinícius is a primary target.

Real Madrid's interim head coach, Álvaro Arbeloa, has publicly defended Vinícius, stating that the player has character and has defended the club with everything he has. He also emphasized the importance of the Bernabéu supporting all its players, especially Vinícius, who he says has contributed significantly to the club's success, including two Champions League titles.

Mbappé has also voiced his support for Vinícius, urging the fans to direct their frustration at the entire team rather than singling out one player. He acknowledged the fans' right to be critical but stressed that the entire squad is responsible for the team's poor performances. Mbappé also highlighted Vinícius's talent and character, calling him an "unbelievable talent, a great guy," and emphasized the need for the team to protect him.

The situation has clearly affected Vinícius, who was visibly upset by the fans' reaction. Images circulated on social media showed him in tears during the break of the match against Levante, reflecting the immense pressure he is under.

As Real Madrid navigates a challenging period, the relationship between the fans and key players like Vinícius Júnior will be crucial. The team will need to find a way to turn the situation around and regain the support of their demanding fan base.