Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr reveals the best defender hes come up against in brutal snub to Chelsea star Reece James
REAL MADRID striker Vinicius Junior has revealed his toughest opponent after Chelsea's game against Reece James.
Following Madrid's 2-0 win over the Blues in the first leg of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final, when Vinicius added two more assists, he was asked which defender had the most difficulty facing off.
Vinicius Jr gave James a night of terror as Real Madrid easily beat the Blues
Vinicius Jr gave James a night of terror as Real Madrid easily beat the Blues
The winger finally won the battle of wills with the British
The winger finally won the battle of wills with the British
Why Barca Araujo is Vinicius's most difficult opponent
Why Barca Araujo is Vinicius's most difficult opponent
The Brazilian replied:
"It has to be Araujo who protected me the best. He is very good and very strong, that's why he plays for Barca."
James recently revealed that Vinicius is one of the toughest players he has ever faced. A sense of respect is evident on both sides, with the Brazilian ace seeing James as a tough opponent.
However, last night's confrontation was something to forget for the English right-back.
Premier League veteran Rio Ferdinand claimed Vinicius showed 'disrespect' to James and explained that 'Reece has to take this on himself to see where he went wrong'.
Fans echoed that sentiment, saying the Chelsea full-back "was ripped apart by Vinicius". While another added:
"Vini really owns James". Fans on social media were also amused by the Madrid forward's cheeky Instagram post showing him standing in front of James last night, with the Chelsea man tagged.
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Comments included the England international dropping a 'smell on the big stage' and being branded 'brutal' and 'dirty Reece'.
However, it is known that the two have a good relationship and often interact online.
Vinicius Jr and James will renew their hostilities next Tuesday when Chelsea host the reigning European champions in the second leg of the round of 16.
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