The Atlanta Falcons lost 34–17 to the Cincinnati Bengals at the Bernabéu on Sunday. Bijan Robinson advised Vinícius Junior to stay focused, avoid external noise and stay off social media.
The Bernabéu hosts NFL game for second consecutive year
The Bernabéu hosted an NFL game in the Spanish capital for the second consecutive year, providing the setting for the Falcons' clash with the Cincinnati Bengals.
Robinson's advice for Vinícius
Robinson is good friends with Vinícius Junior. The Atlanta Falcons running back said: “I would tell him right now to stay focused, not to worry about the external noise”
Robinson added: “When you start listening to these things, you start to believe what people have to say about you.”
He also said: “He should stay off social media, leave all that behind. He should trust his instincts for his career, which I think is going to be wonderful regardless of whether it has its ups and downs. We all have those moments, those weeks.”
Vinícius' contract and appearances
Real Madrid offered Vinícius Junior a contract extension that keeps him at the club through 2032. The negotiations lasted 19 months, and Arsenal emerged as potential suitors before the deal was completed.
Vinícius Junior has scored one goal in 12 appearances. Real Madrid won all four La Liga matches he missed while serving a four-game red card suspension.
Starting position and Brazil friendlies
AS reported that Vinícius Junior is fully aware he has lost his starting position and is no longer untouchable. Yan Diomande has eight goal contributions in his last 10 appearances.
Brazil have international friendlies against Japan and Singapore.
