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Ewan Ross-Murray

‘Best I’ve Had’—Vinicius Junior Names Favorite Manager of His Career

Vinícius Júnior has named former Real Madrid manager and current Brazil national team boss Carlo Ancelotti as the best coach he’s worked under.

Ancelotti’s return to Madrid in 2021 marked the beginning of their working relationship, with Vinícius producing the best football of his career under the legendary Italian. The forward played 198 matches under his guidance in Spain’s capital, scoring 90 goals and assisting 68, and controversially missed out to Rodri when the favorite to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

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