Vinícius says he’s being targeted by referees, wants more protection for talented players

MADRID: Vinícius Júnior is not happy with how he is being treated by referees and wants more protection for talented players like himself, Lamine Yamal and Julián Álvarez. Vinícius spoke out after Real Madrid’s 4-3 come-from-behind win at Roma in the Champions League on Wednesday. The Brazil forward also acknowledged he is going through a slump, but said he had “no doubt” he will regain his best form soon. The match against Roma came hours after he was handed a four-game suspension in the Spa